Olympias Music Foundation
Olympias is a multi-award-winning charity which brings music to communities in Manchester. We believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to participate in musicmaking and engage with music, regardless of background or income, and that these encounters can be life-changing. Olympias provides free music lessons, concerts, choirs and workshops for the benefit of the local community.
Activities & Mission
Olympias is a multi-award-winning charity which brings music to communities in Manchester. We believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to participate in musicmaking and engage with music, regardless of background or income, and that these encounters can be life-changing. Olympias provides free music lessons, concerts, choirs and workshops for the benefit of the local community.
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — Rotary Club of Manchester - Breakfast (organisation 3949467)
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — The Manchester Concert Hall Limited (organisation 1040342)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Psappha Limited (organisation 3938260)
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — Olympias Music Foundation (organisation 5109550)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £348,929 | £387,277 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £352,811 | £277,736 | 0 / 73 | |||
| 2023 | £133,607 | £173,427 | 0 / 72 | |||
| 2022 | £180,333 | £164,634 | 0 / 78 | |||
| 2021 | £135,131 | £46,876 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Olympias Music Foundation
What does Olympias Music Foundation do?
Olympias is a multi-award-winning charity which brings music to communities in Manchester. We believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to participate in musicmaking and engage with music, regardless of background or income, and that these encounters can be life-changing. Olympias provides free music lessons, concerts, choirs and workshops for the benefit of the local community.
How much income did Olympias Music Foundation report in 2025?
Olympias Music Foundation reported total income of £349k and reported expenditure of £387k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Olympias Music Foundation registered as a charity?
Olympias Music Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 2021 as charity number 1194413. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Olympias Music Foundation?
Olympias Music Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Marian Kathryn Sudbury. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Olympias Music Foundation operate?
Olympias Music Foundation operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Olympias Music Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Olympias Music Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194413.
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- 2 November 2026
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