TAPE COMMUNITY MUSIC AND FILM
TAPE works to support creative ideas and activities of individuals, groups, organisations and businesses. TAPE provides safe, supported spaces in which people can explore and develop creative ideas. TAPE works to maximise opportunities for people through creative arts and media with a a pathway of support which ranges through engagement, training, education, social activity and employment.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds generated a deficit of £15,116 for the year, leaving an unrestricted fund balance of £27,705. The trustees' reserves policy targets maintaining unrestricted funds at a level equivalent to between three and six months' expenditure, a level the trustees consider has been maintained throughout the year. Total net assets stood at £289,628, comprising £261,923 in restricted funds and £27,705 in unrestricted funds.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the trustees that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure.”
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (03/04/2023)
Trustees
- Joshua John Roberts
- Kirsten Buchanan
- Philip Davies
- Susan Gainsborough
- Tracy Elizabeth Watt
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £440k | £389k |
| 30/06/2024 | £379k | £420k |
| 30/06/2023 | £380k | £368k |
| 30/06/2022 | £394k | £368k |
| 30/06/2021 | £403k | £349k |
Common questions
Is TAPE COMMUNITY MUSIC AND FILM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds generated a deficit of £15,116 for the year, leaving an unrestricted fund balance of £27,705. The trustees' reserves policy targets maintaining unrestricted funds at a level equivalent to between three and six months' expenditure, a level the trustees consider has been maintained throughout the year. Total net assets stood at £289,628, comprising £261,923 in restricted funds and £27,705 in unrestricted funds. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds TAPE COMMUNITY MUSIC AND FILM?
Funders whose own accounts filings name TAPE COMMUNITY MUSIC AND FILM as a grant recipient include The Ashley Family Foundation.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashley Family Foundation | FY2025 | £0 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/08/2022 | £8k | TAPE Sounds |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 29/07/2021 | £9k | Media Club |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/07/2018 | £7k | TAPE Art |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/09/2015 | £5k | GAG - Not So Silent Movies |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 27/03/2015 | £43k | "Fortified Beats - A look at our heritage through a hip-hop lens" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 03/10/2012 | £6k | "Conwy Digital History WWII Project" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/01/2010 | £4k | 'Taped Writing' - e-publishing for mental health |