BEDAZZLE PROJECTS
We create opportunities and provide education with particular emphasis for those who are disadvantaged; aiming to instil confidence, inspire creativity and increase communication skills through expressive arts. We encourage fitness, well-being, nutritional awareness and take-up in the arts. We produce shows, workshops, events, classes; partnering Bedazzle associate companies and other enterprises.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £25,000 for the year ended 31 May 2025, reversing a previous deficit. However, unrestricted reserves remain in deficit at £1,750, which is below the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining at least £5,000 in reserves. The trustees rely on financial support from a trustee and his wife to maintain going concern status.
What the accounts disclose
“The current level of unrestricted reserves is below this level.” — page 6
“Payments were made to Bedazzle Arts Limited totalling £219,767 for teaching services (2024 £320,538). P Janssen, a Trustee, is a Director of Bedazzle Arts Limited.” — page 21
“P Janssen donated £4,900 to the Charity (2024 - £nil).” — page 21
“Payments were made to Bedazzle Arts Limited totalling £219,767 for teaching services (2024 £320,538). P Janssen, a Trustee, is a Director of Bedazzle Arts Limited.” — page 21
“P Janssen donated £4,900 to the Charity (2024 - £nil).” — page 21
“Payments were made to Bedazzle Arts Limited totalling £219,767 for teaching services (2024 £320,538). P Janssen, a Trustee, is a Director of Bedazzle Arts Limited.” — page 21
“P Janssen donated £4,900 to the Charity (2024 - £nil).” — page 21
Funders the charity credits
Trustees
- Philip Janssen MA RCAchair
- Angus Gibson
- David Gibson
- Mark Davis
- Phyllis Gibson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £303k | £278k |
| 31/05/2024 | £363k | £367k |
| 31/05/2023 | £325k | £344k |
| 31/05/2022 | £178k | £195k |
| 31/05/2021 | £195k | £170k |
Common questions
Is BEDAZZLE PROJECTS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £25,000 for the year ended 31 May 2025, reversing a previous deficit. However, unrestricted reserves remain in deficit at £1,750, which is below the trustees' stated policy target of maintaining at least £5,000 in reserves. The trustees rely on financial support from a trustee and his wife to maintain going concern status. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/01/2026 | £20k | New Bloom |
| Sport England | 28/03/2025 | £10k | Bedazzle Adapt Fit |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/09/2023 | £10k | One for the road- Film project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/01/2022 | £10k | I’m Non-Typical Typical Community Film Project |