Flatpack Projects
Flatpack aims to promote appreciation of and education in the arts and their associated technologies, especially but not exclusively those of the cinema, film and other forms of moving images, through the production and performance of festivals, workshops, seminars, projects, events, online resources, new media and in any other ways as we may decide from time to time.
Activities & Mission
Flatpack aims to promote appreciation of and education in the arts and their associated technologies, especially but not exclusively those of the cinema, film and other forms of moving images, through the production and performance of festivals, workshops, seminars, projects, events, online resources, new media and in any other ways as we may decide from time to time.
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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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 62% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 78% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £533,094 | £532,246 | £529,944 | £181,609 | £112,016 | 6 / 78 |
| 2023 | £549,485 | £547,050 | £544,748 | £180,761 | £124,662 | 5 / 69 |
| 2022 | £820,435 | £787,318 | £780,536 | £178,326 | £78,821 | 5 / 72 |
| 2021 | £337,871 | £315,813 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £318,129 | £307,150 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Flatpack Projects
What does Flatpack Projects do?
Flatpack aims to promote appreciation of and education in the arts and their associated technologies, especially but not exclusively those of the cinema, film and other forms of moving images, through the production and performance of festivals, workshops, seminars, projects, events, online resources, new media and in any other ways as we may decide from time to time.
How much income did Flatpack Projects report in 2024?
Flatpack Projects reported total income of £533k and reported expenditure of £532k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Flatpack Projects?
Flatpack Projects has a program ratio of 99.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Flatpack Projects registered as a charity?
Flatpack Projects was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 July 2015 as charity number 1162754. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Flatpack Projects?
Flatpack Projects is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Leighann Cowling. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Flatpack Projects operate?
Flatpack Projects operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Flatpack Projects a registered charity?
Yes — Flatpack Projects is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162754.
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