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The Music Therapy Charity

Also known as: The Music Therapy Charity Limited

The Music Therapy Charity funds essential and pioneering research and training which support the growth and reputation of the profession. Robust evidence is needed to enable music therapy to progress, to advance into new fields and increase delivery to people who need it.

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Activities & Mission

The Music Therapy Charity funds essential and pioneering research and training which support the growth and reputation of the profession. Robust evidence is needed to enable music therapy to progress, to advance into new fields and increase delivery to people who need it.

Grants

The Music Therapy Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£86,093
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability

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
£62,671
Latest Expenditure
£86,093

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 137.4%
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
£62,671
£86,0930 / 0
2024
£38,627
£89,9170 / 0
2023
£51,171
£71,2820 / 0
2022
£42,936
£92,2130 / 0
2021
£54,973
£104,2330 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Music Therapy Charity

What does The Music Therapy Charity do?

The Music Therapy Charity funds essential and pioneering research and training which support the growth and reputation of the profession. Robust evidence is needed to enable music therapy to progress, to advance into new fields and increase delivery to people who need it.

How much income did The Music Therapy Charity report in 2025?

The Music Therapy Charity reported total income of £63k and reported expenditure of £86k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Music Therapy Charity registered as a charity?

The Music Therapy Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 1969 as charity number 259077. It has been registered for 57 years.

Who runs The Music Therapy Charity?

The Music Therapy Charity is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Music Therapy Charity operate?

The Music Therapy Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Music Therapy Charity a registered charity?

Yes — The Music Therapy Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 259077.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
28 August 1969
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
259077
Charity Number
259077

Trustees

Amelia Jane Clapham
Benedict Charles George Midwinter
David M Greenberg
Dr Neta Spiro
Dr Rachel Darnley-Smith
Leanne O'Keeffe
PROFESSOR HELEN ODELL-MILLER OBEBAMPhil
Yana Madeleine Belson

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Music Therapy Charity Limited

Data & trust

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19 October 2026
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