Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust
Also known as: Sunderland Mac Trust
The Charity's activities are to promote urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation particularly in Sunderland and its surrounding areas . The Trustees will use the following means and any other that they may from time to time determine . To preserve historic buildings , to advance the arts , to advance education in science , engineering , history and cultural heritage
Activities & Mission
The Charity's activities are to promote urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation particularly in Sunderland and its surrounding areas . The Trustees will use the following means and any other that they may from time to time determine . To preserve historic buildings , to advance the arts , to advance education in science , engineering , history and cultural 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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 86% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £746,442 | £827,527 | £827,527 | £10,450,979 | £125,000 | 2 / 6 |
| 2023 | £417,468 | £726,642 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £1,410,662 | £716,573 | £716,573 | £10,841,238 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,095,577 | £257,801 | £257,801 | £10,147,149 | £10,147,149 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £3,742,087 | £224,619 | £224,619 | £6,309,373 | £6,309,373 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust
What does Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust do?
The Charity's activities are to promote urban or rural regeneration in areas of social and economic deprivation particularly in Sunderland and its surrounding areas . The Trustees will use the following means and any other that they may from time to time determine . To preserve historic buildings , to advance the arts , to advance education in science , engineering , history and cultural heritage
How much income did Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust report in 2024?
Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust reported total income of £746k and reported expenditure of £828k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust?
Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust has a program ratio of 110.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust registered as a charity?
Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 2013 as charity number 1150733. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust?
Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Michael Callaghan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust operate?
Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Sunderland Music, Arts & Culture Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150733.
Details
The Fire Station
High Street West
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR1 3HA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Sunderland Mac Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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