Leeds West Indian Carnival
Also known as: Lwic
A) To promote for the public benefit the arts.B) To foster, promote and increase public knowledge of the arts, particularly the encouragement of children into the heritage of the Leeds West Indian Community.C)To Secure the establishment of a community centre.D) To advance education generally, but in particular West Indian Music,dress,art and design of artifact.
Activities & Mission
A) To promote for the public benefit the arts.B) To foster, promote and increase public knowledge of the arts, particularly the encouragement of children into the heritage of the Leeds West Indian Community.C)To Secure the establishment of a community centre.D) To advance education generally, but in particular West Indian Music,dress,art and design of artifact.
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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Financial Information
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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 | £73,855 | £70,732 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2024 | £105,530 | £122,932 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £107,801 | £107,589 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £77,932 | £108,271 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £154,079 | £46,316 | 0 / 40 |
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Frequently asked questions about Leeds West Indian Carnival
What does Leeds West Indian Carnival do?
A) To promote for the public benefit the arts.B) To foster, promote and increase public knowledge of the arts, particularly the encouragement of children into the heritage of the Leeds West Indian Community.C)To Secure the establishment of a community centre.D) To advance education generally, but in particular West Indian Music,dress,art and design of artifact.
How much income did Leeds West Indian Carnival report in 2025?
Leeds West Indian Carnival reported total income of £74k and reported expenditure of £71k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Leeds West Indian Carnival registered as a charity?
Leeds West Indian Carnival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2005 as charity number 1107881. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Leeds West Indian Carnival?
Leeds West Indian Carnival is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thomas Arthur Benjamin France. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leeds West Indian Carnival operate?
Leeds West Indian Carnival operates across 6 areas, including Antigua And Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Leeds West Indian Carnival a registered charity?
Yes — Leeds West Indian Carnival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107881.
Details
Arts & Cultural Centre
82 Sheepscar Street North
Leeds
LS7 3AF
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