The National Federation Of Music Societies
Also known as: Making Music, Nfms
To represent and support voluntary and amateur music groups throughout the UK.
Activities & Mission
To represent and support voluntary and amateur music groups throughout the UK.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 60% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,021,125 | £826,903 | £807,841 | £1,053,350 | £190,611 | 18 / 88 |
| 2023 | £928,990 | £841,299 | £821,634 | £851,546 | £139,724 | 17 / 16 |
| 2022 | £702,779 | £770,619 | £754,534 | £753,537 | £258,332 | 16 / 101 |
| 2021 | £721,305 | £761,166 | £747,423 | £825,071 | £283,118 | 16 / 98 |
| 2020 | £759,403 | £766,513 | £753,752 | £848,008 | £265,740 | 16 / 108 |
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Frequently asked questions about The National Federation Of Music Societies
What does The National Federation Of Music Societies do?
To represent and support voluntary and amateur music groups throughout the UK.
How much income did The National Federation Of Music Societies report in 2024?
The National Federation Of Music Societies reported total income of £1.02m and reported expenditure of £827k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The National Federation Of Music Societies?
The National Federation Of Music Societies has a program ratio of 79.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The National Federation Of Music Societies registered as a charity?
The National Federation Of Music Societies was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 1967 as charity number 249219. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The National Federation Of Music Societies?
The National Federation Of Music Societies is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Margaret Ruth Harrison. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The National Federation Of Music Societies operate?
The National Federation Of Music Societies operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The National Federation Of Music Societies a registered charity?
Yes — The National Federation Of Music Societies is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 249219.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Making Music
- Nfms
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated