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The Birmingham Big Art Foundation

The objects of the Foundation are as defined in clause 3 of the Constitution and are to promote art and the City of Birmingham for the benefit of the public by the establishment of public artwork in Birmingham?.Through the Birmingham Bit Art Project, the Birmingham Big Art Foundation aims to commission an internationally significant work of public contemporary art for the city of Birmingham.

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Activities & Mission

The objects of the Foundation are as defined in clause 3 of the Constitution and are to promote art and the City of Birmingham for the benefit of the public by the establishment of public artwork in Birmingham?.Through the Birmingham Bit Art Project, the Birmingham Big Art Foundation aims to commission an internationally significant work of public contemporary art for the city of Birmingham.

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

Latest Income
£2,078
Latest Expenditure
£9,147

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 440.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 440.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£2,078
£9,1470 / 2
2023
£6,997
£22,0880 / 5
2022
£12,222
£4,2070 / 5
2021
£10,020
£9,5170 / 5
2020
£15,369
£68,1640 / 5

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Frequently asked questions about The Birmingham Big Art Foundation

What does The Birmingham Big Art Foundation do?

The objects of the Foundation are as defined in clause 3 of the Constitution and are to promote art and the City of Birmingham for the benefit of the public by the establishment of public artwork in Birmingham?.Through the Birmingham Bit Art Project, the Birmingham Big Art Foundation aims to commission an internationally significant work of public contemporary art for the city of Birmingham.

How much income did The Birmingham Big Art Foundation report in 2024?

The Birmingham Big Art Foundation reported total income of £2k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Birmingham Big Art Foundation registered as a charity?

The Birmingham Big Art Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 2014 as charity number 1156251. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Birmingham Big Art Foundation?

The Birmingham Big Art Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Birmingham Big Art Foundation operate?

The Birmingham Big Art Foundation operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Birmingham Big Art Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Birmingham Big Art Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156251.

Details

Address
One Eleven
Edmund Street
BIRMINGHAM
B3 2HJ
Registration Date
18 March 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5043512
Charity Number
1156251

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Trustees

COUNCILLOR IAN WARD
GLYN PITCHFORD
Michael James Ward
ROBIN BARNES
William Chin Kuen Wong

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