The Arts Society Dorset County
Also known as: Dorset County Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Dcdfas, Dorset County Fine Arts
The promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation, study and preservation of the decorative and fine arts.
Activities & Mission
The promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation, study and preservation of the decorative and fine arts.
Grants
The Arts Society Dorset County makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £12,593
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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Local Authority
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 | £14,578 | £12,593 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £28,812 | £26,929 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £24,820 | £23,844 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £22,154 | £23,657 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £21,256 | £21,395 | 0 / 9 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Arts Society Dorset County
What does The Arts Society Dorset County do?
The promotion and advancement of the aesthetic education of the public, the cultivation, appreciation, study and preservation of the decorative and fine arts.
How much income did The Arts Society Dorset County report in 2025?
The Arts Society Dorset County reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Arts Society Dorset County registered as a charity?
The Arts Society Dorset County was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 October 1984 as charity number 290307. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs The Arts Society Dorset County?
The Arts Society Dorset County is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Arts Society Dorset County operate?
The Arts Society Dorset County operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Arts Society Dorset County a registered charity?
Yes — The Arts Society Dorset County is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290307.
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Dorset County Decorative and Fine Arts Society
- Dcdfas
- Dorset County Fine Arts
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated