SCHOOL GROUND SOUNDS
Using the power of music, Grounded Sounds transforms the lives of young people aged 11 - 26 from London facing barriers (economic, social, cultural or otherwise) to pursuing their talent or creativity. Through a variety of free programmes, the charity provides high quality, creative experiences, developing musical talent, building confidence, life skills and improving career prospects.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts for the year ended 31 December 2025 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that accounting records were kept in accordance with the Charities Act and that the accounts accorded with those records. The examiner reported no material matters or concerns that would hinder a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- CHARLES SCOTT
- JACK KEELING
- Thomas Peter Murchie Scott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £92k | £154k |
| 31/12/2024 | £196k | £189k |
| 31/12/2023 | £176k | £180k |
| 31/12/2022 | £154k | £160k |
| 31/12/2021 | £160k | £140k |
Common questions
Is SCHOOL GROUND SOUNDS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts for the year ended 31 December 2025 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that accounting records were kept in accordance with the Charities Act and that the accounts accorded with those records. The examiner reported no material matters or concerns that would hinder a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SCHOOL GROUND SOUNDS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SCHOOL GROUND SOUNDS as a grant recipient include THE SOHO HOUSE FOUNDATION, THE MILA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION, The Ashley Family Foundation, THE JOHN COATES CHARITABLE TRUST, Q CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SOHO HOUSE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £25k | London |
| THE MILA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION | FY2023 | £20k | |
| The Ashley Family Foundation | FY2024 | £10k | |
| THE MILA CHARITABLE ORGANISATION | FY2024 | £9k | |
| THE JOHN COATES CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £7k | |
| The Ashley Family Foundation | FY2023 | £5k | |
| Q CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £2k | |
| THE JOHN THAW FOUNDATION | FY2026 | £1k | |
| THE JOHN THAW FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £1k | |
| THE WOODWARD CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £1k | |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £1k | |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £500 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 28/06/2024 | £25k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/06/2023 | £10k | The Bridge |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/09/2021 | £10k | The Grit School |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/06/2019 | £10k | From Scratch |