Activities & Mission
Arts and educational company
Grants
The Arts Catalyst is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £201,500
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £217,144 | £201,500 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £244,286 | £236,673 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £221,659 | £236,531 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £247,932 | £237,420 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £236,785 | £217,195 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Arts Catalyst
What does The Arts Catalyst do?
Arts and educational company
How much income did The Arts Catalyst report in 2025?
The Arts Catalyst reported total income of £217k and reported expenditure of £202k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Arts Catalyst registered as a charity?
The Arts Catalyst was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 November 1994 as charity number 1042433. It has been registered for 32 years.
Who runs The Arts Catalyst?
The Arts Catalyst is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Katherine Town. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arts Catalyst operate?
The Arts Catalyst operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is The Arts Catalyst a registered charity?
Yes — The Arts Catalyst is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1042433.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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