Curious Minds
Also known as: Curious Minds Lancashire
Curious Minds is a creative charity delivering a wide range of initiatives for children and young people in the North West. We believe it is everyone's right to have the opportunity to realise their creative potential and we aim to make a difference in children and young people's lives through increasing participation in arts and cultural activities.
Activities & Mission
Curious Minds is a creative charity delivering a wide range of initiatives for children and young people in the North West. We believe it is everyone's right to have the opportunity to realise their creative potential and we aim to make a difference in children and young people's lives through increasing participation in arts and cultural activities.
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
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £1,280,356 | £1,166,380 | £1,166,380 | £1,474,306 | £500,539 | 16 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,339,076 | £1,143,879 | £1,143,879 | £1,360,330 | £621,869 | 14 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,013,202 | £2,025,081 | £2,025,081 | £1,165,133 | £1,020,073 | 24 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,778,061 | £1,615,506 | £1,615,506 | £1,177,012 | £481,491 | 21 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,898,750 | £1,923,526 | £1,923,526 | £1,014,457 | £458,773 | 24 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Curious Minds
What does Curious Minds do?
Curious Minds is a creative charity delivering a wide range of initiatives for children and young people in the North West. We believe it is everyone's right to have the opportunity to realise their creative potential and we aim to make a difference in children and young people's lives through increasing participation in arts and cultural activities.
How much income did Curious Minds report in 2025?
Curious Minds reported total income of £1.28m and reported expenditure of £1.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Curious Minds registered as a charity?
Curious Minds was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2009 as charity number 1130988. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Curious Minds?
Curious Minds is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kathy McArdle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Curious Minds operate?
Curious Minds operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Curious Minds a registered charity?
Yes — Curious Minds is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1130988.
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Greater Manchester
WN3 4EU
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Also Known As
- Curious Minds Lancashire
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- 30 July 2026
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