THE LEWISHAM CHORAL SOCIETY
Promote public education in and appreciation of choral music through providing learning and singing opportunities for members and presenting at least four public concerts a year.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus, bringing total unrestricted funds to £57,964, which includes £10,000 in designated funds from a legacy. The trustees report that these reserves are sufficient to cover the costs of the next two major concerts, indicating a stable financial position without stated risks to going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Funds were well within the Committee’s policy to hold sufficient funds in reserves to cover costs of the next two major concerts” — page 2
Trustees
- BRENDA SCANLANchair
- Anne Wheeler
- Catherine Goddard
- David Freeman
- Elizabeth Glasser
- Emily Williams
- JAMES TOOHILL
- Jane Wilson
- Jon Banks
- Lara Ruffle Coles
- Ole Baxter
- Penelope Anne Champion
- ROSEMARY JANET SAVINSON
- Rebecca Vicary
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £91k | £69k |
| 31/08/2024 | £57k | £65k |
| 31/08/2023 | £79k | £58k |
| 31/08/2022 | £29k | £39k |
| 31/08/2021 | £15k | £16k |
Common questions
Is THE LEWISHAM CHORAL SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a surplus, bringing total unrestricted funds to £57,964, which includes £10,000 in designated funds from a legacy. The trustees report that these reserves are sufficient to cover the costs of the next two major concerts, indicating a stable financial position without stated risks to going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.