Manchester Jazz Festival
Also known as: Mjf
To promote, advance and nurture the appreciation of contemporary music - mainly jazz and world music in the North West of England and particularly Greater Manchester, via an annual festival and other activities.
Activities & Mission
To promote, advance and nurture the appreciation of contemporary music - mainly jazz and world music in the North West of England and particularly Greater Manchester, via an annual festival and other activities.
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 | £451,118 | £444,842 | 0 / 79 | |||
| 2024 | £291,628 | £298,249 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2023 | £274,402 | £257,169 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £266,386 | £236,955 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £293,909 | £248,013 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Manchester Jazz Festival
What does Manchester Jazz Festival do?
To promote, advance and nurture the appreciation of contemporary music - mainly jazz and world music in the North West of England and particularly Greater Manchester, via an annual festival and other activities.
How much income did Manchester Jazz Festival report in 2025?
Manchester Jazz Festival reported total income of £451k and reported expenditure of £445k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Manchester Jazz Festival registered as a charity?
Manchester Jazz Festival was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 June 2009 as charity number 1130000. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Manchester Jazz Festival?
Manchester Jazz Festival is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Manchester Jazz Festival operate?
Manchester Jazz Festival operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Manchester Jazz Festival a registered charity?
Yes — Manchester Jazz Festival is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1130000.
Details
20 SWAN STREET
Manchester
M4 5JW
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