THE MIDI MUSIC COMPANY
The Midi Music Company is a registered charity/company limited by guarantee, providing a space for all children and young people aged five to thirty to be inspired to get into music and the creative industries. MMC's team includes experienced industry professionals who deliver cutting edge creative and inspiring projects, enriching the artistic process for those who are socially disadvantaged.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves totalled £79,698, a decrease from the prior year's £81,526. The trustees report adequate resources to continue as a going concern, with total net assets of £122,353 against current liabilities of £11,869.
What the accounts disclose
“The Directors, having regard for the objects stated in the Memorandum of Association, have operated a policy of keeping available funds in an interest-bearing account as part of their reserves policy.” — page 11
“The charity’s wholly owned subsidiary, The Midi Music Company Events Ltd, was established to deliver creative events for young people. The Midi Music Company is the only shareholder and all profits from the events company are invested in the charity. The Midi Music Company Events Ltd is currently dormant.” — page 4
Funders the charity credits
- Youth Music
- London Borough of Lewisham
- Tom ap Rhys Pryce Memorial Trust
- PRSF
- BPI
- City Bridge Trust
Trustees
- ALISTAIR GORDON WILLIAMSchair
- GERAINT WYNNE HOWELLS
- Indunil Aruni Vidyalankara
- Isabel Newman
- Mervyn Anthony Lyn
- Robert Charles Fitzpatrick
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £277k | £240k |
| 31/03/2024 | £224k | £235k |
| 31/03/2023 | £217k | £216k |
| 31/03/2022 | £231k | £244k |
| 31/03/2021 | £241k | £219k |
Common questions
Is THE MIDI MUSIC COMPANY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves totalled £79,698, a decrease from the prior year's £81,526. The trustees report adequate resources to continue as a going concern, with total net assets of £122,353 against current liabilities of £11,869. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 13/10/2022 | £119k | National Portfolio Organisations |
| UK government | 13/12/2021 | £119k | National Portfolio Organisations |
| City Bridge Foundation | 27/11/2014 | £19k | Grant to The Midi Music Company |
| City Bridge Foundation | 15/03/2012 | £36k | Grant to The Midi Music Company |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 09/12/2008 | £25k | "Grit Story - Still Risin' from the Dust" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/01/2007 | £10k | Computer Upgrades |