Rifco Arts
Rifco Arts produces vibrant, accessible, high quality theatre which reflects and celebrates the contemporary British Asian experience; with a focus on enticing and engaging new audiences. We tour entertaining and thought provoking theatre locally and nationally, develop exciting projects within the local community, and explore the synergy between British Asians and their culture and heritage.
Activities & Mission
Rifco Arts produces vibrant, accessible, high quality theatre which reflects and celebrates the contemporary British Asian experience; with a focus on enticing and engaging new audiences. We tour entertaining and thought provoking theatre locally and nationally, develop exciting projects within the local community, and explore the synergy between British Asians and their culture and heritage.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,259,089 | £2,532,030 | £2,532,030 | £373,774 | £0 | 7 / 3 |
| 2024 | £759,966 | £737,448 | £705,824 | £373,425 | £373,425 | 8 / 5 |
| 2023 | £450,590 | £576,934 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £433,334 | £332,453 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £410,421 | £254,729 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Rifco Arts
What does Rifco Arts do?
Rifco Arts produces vibrant, accessible, high quality theatre which reflects and celebrates the contemporary British Asian experience; with a focus on enticing and engaging new audiences. We tour entertaining and thought provoking theatre locally and nationally, develop exciting projects within the local community, and explore the synergy between British Asians and their culture and heritage.
How much income did Rifco Arts report in 2025?
Rifco Arts reported total income of £2.26m and reported expenditure of £2.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Rifco Arts?
Rifco Arts has a program ratio of 144.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Rifco Arts registered as a charity?
Rifco Arts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 May 2008 as charity number 1123986. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Rifco Arts?
Rifco Arts is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rifco Arts operate?
Rifco Arts operates across 5 areas, including Coventry City, Leeds City, Manchester City and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Rifco Arts a registered charity?
Yes — Rifco Arts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1123986.
Details
Suite 13
Second Floor
Croxley Green Business Park
Hatters Ln, Watford
WD18 8YG
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