MEADOW ARTS
The charities main objectives are the education of the public, by the promotion of contemporary and other art and in particular (but without limitation) art that is linked to the landscape in the West Midlands and surrounding areas. This is to be achieved by exhibiting contemporary and other art to foster understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of art amongst the public.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Meadow Arts reported a net income surplus of £127,078 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £171,471. These reserves are substantially above the charity's stated policy target of holding at least £42,570 to ensure core activity continuity. The trustees confirm that the going concern basis is appropriate, noting the reconfirmation of Arts Council England funding until March 2027.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity aims to hold reserves of at least £42,570 to ensure that the core activity could continue during a period of unforeseen difficulty.” — page 5
“Daniel Pryde-Jarman was paid £203 by Meadow Arts as a Creative Practitioner. Gemma Moore was paid £4,050 by Meadow Arts as Project Manager, and £194 as a Creative Practitioner.” — page 17
“Daniel Pryde-Jarman was paid £203 by Meadow Arts as a Creative Practitioner.” — page 17
“Gemma Moore was paid £4,050 by Meadow Arts as Project Manager, and £194 as a Creative Practitioner.” — page 17
“Daniel Pryde-Jarman was paid £203 by Meadow Arts as a Creative Practitioner.” — page 17
“Gemma Moore was paid £4,050 by Meadow Arts as Project Manager, and £194 as a Creative Practitioner.” — page 17
Trustees
- Daniel Pryde-Jarman Drchair
- Candice Elizabeth Pearson
- Deborah Robinson
- Dr Alice Planel-Frederiks
- Dr Russell John Roberts
- Elizabeth Toni Parbutt
- Gemma Moore
- Louisa Mayor
- Ryan Hughes
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £341k | £214k |
| 31/03/2024 | £305k | £249k |
| 31/03/2023 | £207k | £242k |
| 31/03/2022 | £247k | £245k |
| 31/03/2021 | £227k | £218k |
Common questions
Is MEADOW ARTS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Meadow Arts reported a net income surplus of £127,078 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £171,471. These reserves are substantially above the charity's stated policy target of holding at least £42,570 to ensure core activity continuity. The trustees confirm that the going concern basis is appropriate, noting the reconfirmation of Arts Council England funding until March 2027. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MEADOW ARTS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MEADOW ARTS as a grant recipient include THE ELMLEY FOUNDATION, THE DE LASZLO FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ELMLEY FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £20k | |
| THE DE LASZLO FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £20k | Art in the rural landscape programme |
| THE ELMLEY FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £9k | |
| THE ELMLEY FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £2k | |
| THE ELMLEY FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £0 |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| AKO FOUNDATION | 1 | £945k |
| THE YOUTH ENDOWMENT FUND CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £543k |
| IMPETUS - THE PRIVATE EQUITY FOUNDATION | 1 | £111k |
| THE FREELANDS FOUNDATION LIMITED | 1 | £59k |
| JOHN JAMES BRISTOL FOUNDATION | 1 | £30k |
| THE THEATRES TRUST CHARITABLE FUND | 1 | £16k |
| JAPAN HOUSE LONDON TRUST | 1 | £15k |
| THE HENRY MOORE FOUNDATION | 1 | £5k |
Charities like this
- THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE TRUST
- ARTSWORK LIMITED
- MARKETPLACE ARTS
- NEW CONTEMPORARIES (1988) LIMITED
- ART GENE LIMITED
- NEWCASTLE ARTS CENTRE TRUST LTD
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEADOW ARTS | £341k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE TRUST | £28.8m | £190,001 - £200,000 | — | above | — | no doubt |
| ARTSWORK LIMITED | £1.9m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| MARKETPLACE ARTS | £315k | — | 0 | below | — | no doubt |
| NEW CONTEMPORARIES (1988) LIMITED | £366k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ART GENE LIMITED | £404k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |