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Celebrating Sanctuary

Also known as: Celebrating Sanctuary Birmingham

A diverse music and arts organisation with a mission to support , develop and celebrate refugee and migrant artists, to engage through community projects with refugees and asylum seekers. Founded in 2 002 we have developed 3 main strands to our work: World Music including Refugee Week, Artist development with refugee and migrant artists, Community Engagement with refugees and asylum seekers. .

Activities & Mission

A diverse music and arts organisation with a mission to support , develop and celebrate refugee and migrant artists, to engage through community projects with refugees and asylum seekers. Founded in 2 002 we have developed 3 main strands to our work: World Music including Refugee Week, Artist development with refugee and migrant artists, Community Engagement with refugees and asylum seekers. .

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£49,409
Latest Expenditure
£79,754

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 161.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 161.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£49,409
£79,7540 / 8
2024
£165,942
£148,2700 / 15
2022
£177,755
£176,5530 / 10
2021
£83,790
£123,3350 / 10
2020
£99,285
£50,6000 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Celebrating Sanctuary

What does Celebrating Sanctuary do?

A diverse music and arts organisation with a mission to support , develop and celebrate refugee and migrant artists, to engage through community projects with refugees and asylum seekers. Founded in 2 002 we have developed 3 main strands to our work: World Music including Refugee Week, Artist development with refugee and migrant artists, Community Engagement with refugees and asylum seekers. .

How much income did Celebrating Sanctuary report in 2025?

Celebrating Sanctuary reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Celebrating Sanctuary registered as a charity?

Celebrating Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 2003 as charity number 1099536. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Celebrating Sanctuary?

Celebrating Sanctuary is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Celebrating Sanctuary operate?

Celebrating Sanctuary operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Celebrating Sanctuary a registered charity?

Yes — Celebrating Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1099536.

Details

Address
79 WITHERFORD WAY
BIRMINGHAM
B29 4AN
Registration Date
19 September 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4001291
Charity Number
1099536

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Trustees

ALAN KESSEDJIAN DR.
RABIYAH KAUSER LATIF
SALLY BATEMAN
Also governs 2 other charities
SANDRA MARY HALL

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Celebrating Sanctuary Birmingham

Data & trust

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14 May 2026
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