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Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba)

Also known as: Saba

WE OPERATE A RANGE OF CREATIVE INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES. THESE HAVE BEEN TARGETED PRIMARILY AT YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ACROSS VARIOUS DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT LONDON AND OTHER PARTS OF THE UK. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BOTH WITHIN THE PERFORMING ARTS, AND WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGERIAL ASPECTS OF THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY IN ORDER TO ENCOURAGE SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES FOR THE PARTICIPANTS.

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Activities & Mission

WE OPERATE A RANGE OF CREATIVE INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES. THESE HAVE BEEN TARGETED PRIMARILY AT YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ACROSS VARIOUS DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT LONDON AND OTHER PARTS OF THE UK. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BOTH WITHIN THE PERFORMING ARTS, AND WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGERIAL ASPECTS OF THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY IN ORDER TO ENCOURAGE SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES FOR THE PARTICIPANTS.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£89,403
Latest Expenditure
£70,422

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 78.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 78.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£89,403
£70,4220 / 20
2024
£143,191
£158,6700 / 20
2023
£211,294
£244,7600 / 20
2022
£352,428
£241,0890 / 30
2021
£186,425
£142,3320 / 20

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Frequently asked questions about Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba)

What does Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) do?

WE OPERATE A RANGE OF CREATIVE INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES. THESE HAVE BEEN TARGETED PRIMARILY AT YOUNG PEOPLE FROM ACROSS VARIOUS DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT LONDON AND OTHER PARTS OF THE UK. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BOTH WITHIN THE PERFORMING ARTS, AND WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGERIAL ASPECTS OF THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY IN ORDER TO ENCOURAGE SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES FOR THE PARTICIPANTS.

How much income did Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) report in 2025?

Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) reported total income of £89k and reported expenditure of £70k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) registered as a charity?

Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 2000 as charity number 1079821. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba)?

Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) 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 Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) operate?

Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) a registered charity?

Yes — Society For The Advancement Of Black Arts (saba) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1079821.

Details

Address
SABA Ltd
Unit 1
Resource Business Centre
537 Norwood Road
West Nor
Registration Date
10 March 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3963545
Charity Number
1079821

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Trustees

DERRICK TAWIAN
JOHN DOWNIE
Also governs 1 other charity
LAWRENCE BOLARINWA
NICHOLAS SMITH

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Saba

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