RAINBOW CHORUS
1. To advance public education in, and appreciation of, the art of choral singing.2. To promote social inclusion for people who are socially excluded on the grounds of their sexual orientation or gender identity.3. To promote equality and diversity by raising public awareness of discrimination towards and issues affecting the LGBTQ Plus community
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £21,278 and restricted reserves of £6,686, with a total cash fund balance of £27,964 at year-end. The trustees report that there are no debts owed by the CIO and no funds materially in deficit. The financial review notes that reserves are held to cover running expenses and potential risks such as the loss of grant funding or concert cancellations.
What the accounts disclose
“Our MD, accompanist and treasurer invoice us for their time but also contribute a number of hours pro bono.” — page 8
“Our MD, accompanist and treasurer invoice us for their time but also contribute a number of hours pro bono.” — page 8
Trustees
- Carolyn Ansell BEMchair
- Anthony Roy Bates
- Bev Morgan
- DAVID COOPER
- Joelle Leader
- Lesley Ellen Wood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £62k | £57k |
| 31/03/2024 | £59k | £65k |
| 31/03/2023 | £73k | £62k |
| 31/03/2022 | £40k | £37k |
| 31/03/2021 | £36k | £50k |
Common questions
Is RAINBOW CHORUS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £21,278 and restricted reserves of £6,686, with a total cash fund balance of £27,964 at year-end. The trustees report that there are no debts owed by the CIO and no funds materially in deficit. The financial review notes that reserves are held to cover running expenses and potential risks such as the loss of grant funding or concert cancellations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 29/03/2024 | £9k | Unrestricted Funding |