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Old Southendian Organ Society

The society supports education and appreciation of music by hosting public concerts and encouraging performances and demonstrations from a range of instruments and voice, with a particular emphasis on the organ at Southend High School for Boys. Additionally, the organ's upkeep is supported by the society, and we undertake various fundraising activities to provide this support.

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Activities & Mission

The society supports education and appreciation of music by hosting public concerts and encouraging performances and demonstrations from a range of instruments and voice, with a particular emphasis on the organ at Southend High School for Boys. Additionally, the organ's upkeep is supported by the society, and we undertake various fundraising activities to provide this support.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,307
Latest Expenditure
£10,281

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 786.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 786.6%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£18,082
£6,4830 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Old Southendian Organ Society

What does Old Southendian Organ Society do?

The society supports education and appreciation of music by hosting public concerts and encouraging performances and demonstrations from a range of instruments and voice, with a particular emphasis on the organ at Southend High School for Boys. Additionally, the organ's upkeep is supported by the society, and we undertake various fundraising activities to provide this support.

How much income did Old Southendian Organ Society report in 2024?

Old Southendian Organ Society reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Old Southendian Organ Society registered as a charity?

Old Southendian Organ Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 June 2017 as charity number 1173343. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Old Southendian Organ Society?

Old Southendian Organ Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is GERALD PATRICK USHER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Old Southendian Organ Society operate?

Old Southendian Organ Society operates across 2 areas: Essex and Southend-on-sea.

Is Old Southendian Organ Society a registered charity?

Yes — Old Southendian Organ Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173343.

Details

Address
6 BELLHOUSE ROAD
LEIGH-ON-SEA
SS9 5NL
Registration Date
9 June 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5103088
Charity Number
1173343

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Trustees

GERALD PATRICK USHER Chair
Brian Fletcher
JONATHAN ROBERTS
JOSEPH ZAMMIT
Also governs 1 other charity

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