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Direct Art Action (uk) Limited

Also known as: Direct Art Action

Working within the West Midlands, Direct Art Action UK aims to bring back art into the local community by re-purposing vacant units on the high street. Our aim is to organise accessible artistic events, exhibitions and classes for the public. We are able to do this by building a community of artists, that can engage and inspire the public by delivering community and public interest art and events.

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Activities & Mission

Working within the West Midlands, Direct Art Action UK aims to bring back art into the local community by re-purposing vacant units on the high street. Our aim is to organise accessible artistic events, exhibitions and classes for the public. We are able to do this by building a community of artists, that can engage and inspire the public by delivering community and public interest art and events.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£40,310
Latest Expenditure
£48,905

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 121.3%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£40,310
£48,9050 / 3
2023
£29,834
£27,9180 / 4
2022
£29,434
£27,9180 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Direct Art Action (uk) Limited

What does Direct Art Action (uk) Limited do?

Working within the West Midlands, Direct Art Action UK aims to bring back art into the local community by re-purposing vacant units on the high street. Our aim is to organise accessible artistic events, exhibitions and classes for the public. We are able to do this by building a community of artists, that can engage and inspire the public by delivering community and public interest art and events.

How much income did Direct Art Action (uk) Limited report in 2024?

Direct Art Action (uk) Limited reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Direct Art Action (uk) Limited registered as a charity?

Direct Art Action (uk) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 December 2020 as charity number 1192615. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Direct Art Action (uk) Limited?

Direct Art Action (uk) Limited is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gavin Lawley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Direct Art Action (uk) Limited operate?

Direct Art Action (uk) Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Direct Art Action (uk) Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Direct Art Action (uk) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192615.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
2 December 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5157287
Charity Number
1192615

Trustees

Gavin Lawley Chair
Andrew Spencer

Also Known As

  • Direct Art Action

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