Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust
The Dr Martin Clarke YOST aims to train the next generation of organists, preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage of church music. We do this by paying for excellent teaching for our scholars, under the overall supervision of our Director, and providing opportunities for them to gain practical experience playing in churches.
Activities & Mission
The Dr Martin Clarke YOST aims to train the next generation of organists, preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage of church music. We do this by paying for excellent teaching for our scholars, under the overall supervision of our Director, and providing opportunities for them to gain practical experience playing in churches.
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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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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £35,526 | £22,891 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £34,956 | £29,184 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £37,974 | £40,124 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £11,953 | £20,720 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £14,445 | £15,601 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust
What does Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust do?
The Dr Martin Clarke YOST aims to train the next generation of organists, preserving the UK's rich cultural heritage of church music. We do this by paying for excellent teaching for our scholars, under the overall supervision of our Director, and providing opportunities for them to gain practical experience playing in churches.
How much income did Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust report in 2025?
Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust reported total income of £36k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust registered as a charity?
Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 September 2015 as charity number 1163480. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust?
Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID SAINT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust operate?
Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Dr Martin Clarke Young Organ Scholars' Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1163480.
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B15 3TP
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