Community Arts Northwest
Also known as: Community Arts Mobile Workshop Team (north West) Ltd, Can
CAN supports diverse communities and artists in Greater Manchester by helping them to develop high-quality, meaningful participatory arts projects.
Activities & Mission
CAN supports diverse communities and artists in Greater Manchester by helping them to develop high-quality, meaningful participatory arts projects.
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.
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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £291,720 | £298,391 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2024 | £327,341 | £305,530 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2023 | £328,992 | £301,479 | 0 / 19 | |||
| 2022 | £344,565 | £334,408 | 0 / 16 | |||
| 2021 | £335,800 | £241,390 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Community Arts Northwest
What does Community Arts Northwest do?
CAN supports diverse communities and artists in Greater Manchester by helping them to develop high-quality, meaningful participatory arts projects.
How much income did Community Arts Northwest report in 2025?
Community Arts Northwest reported total income of £292k and reported expenditure of £298k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Community Arts Northwest registered as a charity?
Community Arts Northwest was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 August 1980 as charity number 277135. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Community Arts Northwest?
Community Arts Northwest is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Denis Skelton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Arts Northwest operate?
Community Arts Northwest operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Community Arts Northwest a registered charity?
Yes — Community Arts Northwest is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277135.
Details
46-50 Oldham Street
MANCHESTER
M4 1LE
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Also Known As
- Community Arts Mobile Workshop Team (north West) Ltd
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- 14 May 2026
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