The Performing Right Society Foundation
Also known as: Prs for Music Foundation, Prsf
PRS Foundation is the UK's leading charitable funder of new music and talent development. Since 2000 it has given more than £50 million to over 9,000 new music initiatives by awarding grants and leading partnership programmes. PRS Foundation supports an exceptional range of new music activity, from showcases and commissions to a network of talent development partners www.prsfoundation.com
Activities & Mission
PRS Foundation is the UK's leading charitable funder of new music and talent development. Since 2000 it has given more than £50 million to over 9,000 new music initiatives by awarding grants and leading partnership programmes. PRS Foundation supports an exceptional range of new music activity, from showcases and commissions to a network of talent development partners www.prsfoundation.com
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 52% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 63% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £5,067,548 | £4,776,537 | £4,670,454 | £1,009,774 | £149,650 | 14 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,150,166 | £4,206,679 | £4,094,236 | £718,763 | £128,649 | 11 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,007,624 | £4,191,056 | £4,106,027 | £1,038,075 | £110,028 | 11 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,184,850 | £4,056,224 | £3,984,521 | £1,221,507 | £118,078 | 10 / 0 |
| 2020 | £3,911,558 | £3,881,629 | £3,797,754 | £1,092,881 | £103,562 | 9 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Performing Right Society Foundation
What does The Performing Right Society Foundation do?
PRS Foundation is the UK's leading charitable funder of new music and talent development. Since 2000 it has given more than £50 million to over 9,000 new music initiatives by awarding grants and leading partnership programmes. PRS Foundation supports an exceptional range of new music activity, from showcases and commissions to a network of talent development partners www.prsfoundation.com
How much income did The Performing Right Society Foundation report in 2024?
The Performing Right Society Foundation reported total income of £5.07m and reported expenditure of £4.78m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Performing Right Society Foundation?
The Performing Right Society Foundation has a program ratio of 92.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Performing Right Society Foundation registered as a charity?
The Performing Right Society Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 2000 as charity number 1080837. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Performing Right Society Foundation?
The Performing Right Society Foundation is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Performing Right Society Foundation operate?
The Performing Right Society Foundation operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Performing Right Society Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Performing Right Society Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1080837.
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Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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