LONDON FIREBIRD ORCHESTRA
The advancement of art and science of music through the management of an orchestra featuring musicians of the younger generation and the presentation of public concerts.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a small deficit of £5,891 for the year ending 28 February 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the previous period. Total reserves decreased from £28,592 to £22,701, with net assets held entirely as cash at bank. The trustees report that income levels were maintained similar to the prior period despite increased expenses for performing artists and concert costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Voluntary income 51,593”
Trustees
- DAVID BATY
- James Christopher Saunders
- Marc Corbett-Weaver
- Michael Manning Clark
- PHILIP EDWARD ROWLEY
- RORY GRAHAM
- Stephen David Wilson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £84k | £90k |
| 29/02/2024 | £84k | £73k |
| 28/02/2023 | £70k | £80k |
| 28/02/2022 | £57k | £57k |
| 28/02/2021 | £35k | £36k |
Common questions
Is LONDON FIREBIRD ORCHESTRA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a small deficit of £5,891 for the year ending 28 February 2025, contrasting with a surplus in the previous period. Total reserves decreased from £28,592 to £22,701, with net assets held entirely as cash at bank. The trustees report that income levels were maintained similar to the prior period despite increased expenses for performing artists and concert costs.
Who funds LONDON FIREBIRD ORCHESTRA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name LONDON FIREBIRD ORCHESTRA as a grant recipient include HYDE PARK PLACE ESTATE CHARITY, THE WILLIAMS CHARITABLE TRUST, THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYDE PARK PLACE ESTATE CHARITY | FY2025 | £36k | |
| THE WILLIAMS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £15k | |
| HYDE PARK PLACE ESTATE CHARITY | FY2024 | £6k | |
| HYDE PARK PLACE ESTATE CHARITY | FY2023 | £5k | Providing relief for those in need or sickness and the advancement of life |
| THE WILLIAMS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | |
| THE STORY OF CHRISTMAS | FY2025 | £5k | |
| THE WILLIAMS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £4k | |
| THE WILLIAMS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £1k |