The People's Orchestra
Also known as: Awesome Futures, Tpo, The People's Show Choirs
The charity runs a community music groups and community led projects for public benefit. Day to day the charities work includes general orchestral administration and fund raising activities, including hosting events, applying for and receiving grants and donations, to provide income to carry out the work of the charity.
Activities & Mission
The charity runs a community music groups and community led projects for public benefit. Day to day the charities work includes general orchestral administration and fund raising activities, including hosting events, applying for and receiving grants and donations, to provide income to carry out the work of the charity.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 45% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £668,076 | £688,342 | £565,483 | £215,521 | £161,484 | 9 / 4 |
| 2024 | £498,783 | £497,785 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £378,876 | £428,750 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £642,775 | £540,092 | £498,732 | £271,493 | £29,048 | 26 / 23 |
| 2021 | £244,221 | £180,387 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about The People's Orchestra
What does The People's Orchestra do?
The charity runs a community music groups and community led projects for public benefit. Day to day the charities work includes general orchestral administration and fund raising activities, including hosting events, applying for and receiving grants and donations, to provide income to carry out the work of the charity.
How much income did The People's Orchestra report in 2025?
The People's Orchestra reported total income of £668k and reported expenditure of £688k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The People's Orchestra?
The People's Orchestra has a program ratio of 84.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The People's Orchestra registered as a charity?
The People's Orchestra was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 March 2013 as charity number 1151321. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The People's Orchestra?
The People's Orchestra is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Sandham. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The People's Orchestra operate?
The People's Orchestra operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The People's Orchestra a registered charity?
Yes — The People's Orchestra is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151321.
Details
Lodge Road
West Bromwich
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Also Known As
- Awesome Futures
- Tpo
- The People's Show Choirs
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated