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Focus Arts Chi UK

The objects of the charity are to promote the arts for the public benefit in particular the art of poetry and to advance public education and appreciation of the art of poetry in Chichester District, South Downs and surrounding areasby providing an annual poetry festival and/or other poetry events and/or educational outreach programmes and by the publication of publications.

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the charity are to promote the arts for the public benefit in particular the art of poetry and to advance public education and appreciation of the art of poetry in Chichester District, South Downs and surrounding areasby providing an annual poetry festival and/or other poetry events and/or educational outreach programmes and by the publication of publications.

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
£5,652
Latest Expenditure
£5,727

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 101.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£5,652
£5,7270 / 0
2024
£4,058
£5,0190 / 0
2023
£9,716
£4,4590 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Focus Arts Chi UK

What does Focus Arts Chi UK do?

The objects of the charity are to promote the arts for the public benefit in particular the art of poetry and to advance public education and appreciation of the art of poetry in Chichester District, South Downs and surrounding areasby providing an annual poetry festival and/or other poetry events and/or educational outreach programmes and by the publication of publications.

How much income did Focus Arts Chi UK report in 2025?

Focus Arts Chi UK reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Focus Arts Chi UK registered as a charity?

Focus Arts Chi UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 October 2022 as charity number 1200784. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Focus Arts Chi UK?

Focus Arts Chi UK is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is BARRY THOMAS SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Focus Arts Chi UK operate?

Focus Arts Chi UK operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and West Sussex.

Is Focus Arts Chi UK a registered charity?

Yes — Focus Arts Chi UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200784.

Details

Address
3 THE RUMMERS
CHICHESTER
PO19 5RT
Registration Date
21 October 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5205284
Charity Number
1200784

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Trustees

BARRY THOMAS SMITH Chair
Alan Paul Bush
Ian Barnett
Also governs 1 other charity
Joan Secombe
LESLEY AMANDA GRAVETT

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