The Scops Arts Trust
The Scops Arts Trust aims to give people of all ages across the UK a better quality of life by enabling them to understand, participate in and enjoy the arts, particularly music, drama, opera and dance.In furtherance of this aim the Trust makes grants to charities and other community organisations which promote and/or stimulate the public's interest in these areas.
Activities & Mission
The Scops Arts Trust aims to give people of all ages across the UK a better quality of life by enabling them to understand, participate in and enjoy the arts, particularly music, drama, opera and dance.In furtherance of this aim the Trust makes grants to charities and other community organisations which promote and/or stimulate the public's interest in these areas.
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 48% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £480,704 | £327,166 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £270,796 | £583,536 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £263,716 | £785,813 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £727,398 | £718,948 | £631,668 | £13,051,808 | £13,051,808 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £12,244,458 | £760,182 | £737,504 | £12,062,663 | £12,062,663 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Scops Arts Trust
What does The Scops Arts Trust do?
The Scops Arts Trust aims to give people of all ages across the UK a better quality of life by enabling them to understand, participate in and enjoy the arts, particularly music, drama, opera and dance.In furtherance of this aim the Trust makes grants to charities and other community organisations which promote and/or stimulate the public's interest in these areas.
How much income did The Scops Arts Trust report in 2024?
The Scops Arts Trust reported total income of £481k and reported expenditure of £327k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Scops Arts Trust?
The Scops Arts Trust has a program ratio of 86.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Scops Arts Trust registered as a charity?
The Scops Arts Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 2019 as charity number 1186893. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Scops Arts Trust?
The Scops Arts Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Arnold. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Scops Arts Trust operate?
The Scops Arts Trust operates across 4 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Switzerland and England And Wales.
Is The Scops Arts Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Scops Arts Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186893.
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