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Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists

Also known as: R B S a, Rbsa

To advance the public education in the practice of fine arts and other allied arts and crafts through the maintenance of the RBSA Gallery as a venue for the organisation of exhibitions and events. To develop and maintain a permanent collection to support and enhance these activities.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the public education in the practice of fine arts and other allied arts and crafts through the maintenance of the RBSA Gallery as a venue for the organisation of exhibitions and events. To develop and maintain a permanent collection to support and enhance these 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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£207,212
Latest Expenditure
£189,107

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.3%
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
£207,212
£189,1070 / 65
2023
£159,865
£204,0770 / 75
2022
£236,196
£231,8800 / 65
2021
£235,467
£144,9060 / 67
2020
£182,640
£165,1350 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists

What does Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists do?

To advance the public education in the practice of fine arts and other allied arts and crafts through the maintenance of the RBSA Gallery as a venue for the organisation of exhibitions and events. To develop and maintain a permanent collection to support and enhance these activities.

How much income did Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists report in 2024?

Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists reported total income of £207k and reported expenditure of £189k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists registered as a charity?

Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 June 1969 as charity number 528894. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists?

Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists operate?

Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Birmingham Society Of Artists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 528894.

Details

Address
4 Brook Street
Birmingham
B3 1SA
Registration Date
2 June 1969
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
528894
Charity Number
528894

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Trustees

ALISTAIR VIVIAN ASTLING
Catherine Staveley
Charles Weston
Ed Isaacs
Edward Isaacs
Linda Barlow
Patrick Thomas O'Donohue
Ryan Everson
Simon Conolly
Wendy Geraldine Higgins

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • R B S a
  • Rbsa

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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