Young Classical Artists Trust
Also known as: Young Concert Artists Trust, Ycat
YCAT was set up in 1984 to identify, nurture and promote outstanding young soloists and ensembles at the outset of their professional careers. As an artist management service YCAT liaises with promoters in the UK and abroad. YCAT also presents concerts to showcase the artists it represents. After three years of representation YCAT aims to introduce the artists to suitable commercial management.
Activities & Mission
YCAT was set up in 1984 to identify, nurture and promote outstanding young soloists and ensembles at the outset of their professional careers. As an artist management service YCAT liaises with promoters in the UK and abroad. YCAT also presents concerts to showcase the artists it represents. After three years of representation YCAT aims to introduce the artists to suitable commercial management.
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 24% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £815,424 | £633,970 | £512,400 | £1,151,176 | £371,000 | 8 / 0 |
| 2024 | £538,787 | £501,302 | £397,338 | £946,165 | £359,131 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £530,528 | £467,375 | £406,668 | £898,475 | £818,228 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £418,724 | £462,330 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £525,258 | £413,470 | £356,914 | £894,681 | £339,046 | 7 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Young Classical Artists Trust
What does Young Classical Artists Trust do?
YCAT was set up in 1984 to identify, nurture and promote outstanding young soloists and ensembles at the outset of their professional careers. As an artist management service YCAT liaises with promoters in the UK and abroad. YCAT also presents concerts to showcase the artists it represents. After three years of representation YCAT aims to introduce the artists to suitable commercial management.
How much income did Young Classical Artists Trust report in 2025?
Young Classical Artists Trust reported total income of £815k and reported expenditure of £634k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Young Classical Artists Trust?
Young Classical Artists Trust has a program ratio of 62.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Young Classical Artists Trust registered as a charity?
Young Classical Artists Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 February 1984 as charity number 326490. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Young Classical Artists Trust?
Young Classical Artists Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lord Terence Burns. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Young Classical Artists Trust operate?
Young Classical Artists Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Young Classical Artists Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Young Classical Artists Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326490.
Details
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Also Known As
- Young Concert Artists Trust
- Ycat
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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