Guitar Aid
Providing guitars to individuals and organisations where it is difficult to obtain or purchase them. For the purpose of developing music skills and promoting praise and worship in Churches and youth groups.
Activities & Mission
Providing guitars to individuals and organisations where it is difficult to obtain or purchase them. For the purpose of developing music skills and promoting praise and worship in Churches and youth groups.
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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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 | £24,923 | £29,845 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £24,693 | £23,137 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £24,560 | £18,168 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £16,341 | £34,050 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £13,493 | £6,171 | 0 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about Guitar Aid
What does Guitar Aid do?
Providing guitars to individuals and organisations where it is difficult to obtain or purchase them. For the purpose of developing music skills and promoting praise and worship in Churches and youth groups.
How much income did Guitar Aid report in 2025?
Guitar Aid reported total income of £25k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Guitar Aid registered as a charity?
Guitar Aid was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2008 as charity number 1122598. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Guitar Aid?
Guitar Aid is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID CHRISTOPHER BARTLETT SUMNER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Guitar Aid operate?
Guitar Aid operates across 27 areas, including Austria, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Bulgaria and 24 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Guitar Aid a registered charity?
Yes — Guitar Aid is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122598.
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