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The Arabesque Trust

To advance the education of the public in the knowledge and appreciation of the arts and music and in particular but not exclusively the music of blind composers and blind pipe organists born in the UK through the provision of grants and in such a manner as the trustees shall in their absolute ciscretion determine.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public in the knowledge and appreciation of the arts and music and in particular but not exclusively the music of blind composers and blind pipe organists born in the UK through the provision of grants and in such a manner as the trustees shall in their absolute ciscretion determine.

Grants

The Arabesque Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£21,218
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
people with disabilities
What it supports
the prevention or relief of poverty and arts, culture, heritage, or science

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£19,996
Latest Expenditure
£21,218

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 106.1%
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
£19,996
£21,2180 / 0
2024
£19,908
£14,1040 / 0
2023
£20,772
£17,5400 / 0
2022
£20,480
£24,5270 / 0
2021
£16,393
£6,3660 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Arabesque Trust

What does The Arabesque Trust do?

To advance the education of the public in the knowledge and appreciation of the arts and music and in particular but not exclusively the music of blind composers and blind pipe organists born in the UK through the provision of grants and in such a manner as the trustees shall in their absolute ciscretion determine.

How much income did The Arabesque Trust report in 2025?

The Arabesque Trust reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Arabesque Trust registered as a charity?

The Arabesque Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 2002 as charity number 1095040. It has been registered for 24 years.

Who runs The Arabesque Trust?

The Arabesque Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN RENNERT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Arabesque Trust operate?

The Arabesque Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Arabesque Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Arabesque Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1095040.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
13 December 2002
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3990934
Charity Number
1095040

Trustees

JONATHAN RENNERT Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
BENJAMIN JOHN COSTELLO
Giles Stockton
Richard William Moore

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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