FINDING RHYTHMS
Finding Rhythms aims to assist and support prisoners and ex-prisoners in finding new patterns of behaviour. We do this through a combination of music courses, 1-2-1 mentoring and a nationally recognised employability certificate. Our work from time to time extends to individuals affected by crime, families of prisoners and connected communities.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £4,961 for the period ending 31 December 2024, with total income of £186,422 against expenditure of £191,383. Per the trustees' report, the charity's total funds stood at £81,050, comprising £23,500 in unrestricted reserves and £35,000 in a designated contingency fund. The trustees note that funding commitments have been secured for the Making Waves programme well into 2026.
What the accounts disclose
“Note 2 of the accounts includes a list of all grants received, restricted and unrestricted, for this and the previous financial period.” — page 20
“As at 31 March 2024, Trustees designated part of the charity’s unrestricted reserves to a contingency fund to be managed by the Board, equal to approximately six months of operating costs, (i.e., net of programme costs).” — page 20
Public-sector contracts awarded
| Buyer | Contract | Awarded | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Justice | Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Music Courses for Prisoners at HMP Wayland | 02/07/2026 | £16k |
| Ministry of Justice | Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Music Programme for Prisoners at HMP Feltham | 27/05/2026 | £15k |
Trustees
- Christopher Stephen Kania
- Dr Ronald Dodzro
- Gurpreet Kaur Sanghera
- JOHN LLOYD REISS
- Julie Dark
- Justin James Peter Kitson
- Lisbeth Jon Davies Kinsella
- Prof James Crabbe
- William Byron Davies
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £186k | £191k |
| 31/03/2024 | £178k | £251k |
| 31/03/2023 | £104k | £175k |
| 31/03/2022 | £151k | £138k |
| 31/03/2021 | £193k | £99k |
Common questions
Is FINDING RHYTHMS financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £4,961 for the period ending 31 December 2024, with total income of £186,422 against expenditure of £191,383. Per the trustees' report, the charity's total funds stood at £81,050, comprising £23,500 in unrestricted reserves and £35,000 in a designated contingency fund. The trustees note that funding commitments have been secured for the Making Waves programme well into 2026. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds FINDING RHYTHMS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name FINDING RHYTHMS as a grant recipient include THE NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH MUSIC, THE JOHN R. MURRAY CHARITABLE TRUST, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION, THE AURUM CHARITABLE TRUST, The Ashley Family Foundation.
Known funders
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Foundation | 02/05/2025 | £100k | Grant to Finding Rhythms |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/01/2025 | £20k | Music-based engagement for young offenders and young people at risk of offending |
| London Borough of Southwark | 31/03/2024 | £950 | Grant to Finding Rhythms |
| A B Charitable Trust | 21/01/2021 | £15k | A grant to Finding Rhythms |
| A B Charitable Trust | 09/01/2020 | £10k | A grant to Finding Rhythms |