AVON WIND BAND ASSOCIATION
Provides musical performances to the public and supports other charitable organisations in fund raising events. Offers the opportunity for any adult to learn to play a wind instrument in a band environment or invites people who have not played a wind instrument for many years to return to music. The charity is sometimes able to provide wind instruments on loan.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the 2024/25 year in a good financial position with total resources increasing to £25,244.31. The Treasurer reported that the charity generated a small profit of £2,183.58, aided by delayed Gift Aid payments, and noted that all member bands are in good financial health with no causes for concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Total Charity Income 42913.02”
“In terms of our actual reserve requirement, Ken advised that the Charity only has one major standing commitment, namely the payment of our annual Making Music membership and Insurance; everything else is discreEonary. Provided we maintain sufficient funds between both accounts to cover this commitment, he is content.”
Trustees
- Andrew Street
- Judith Eke
- Ken Spreadborough
- Martyn Walker
- Sharon Reid
- Stephen Spooner
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £43k | £41k |
| 31/08/2024 | £34k | £38k |
| 31/08/2023 | £38k | £35k |
| 31/08/2022 | £31k | £30k |
| 31/08/2021 | £14k | £13k |
Common questions
Is AVON WIND BAND ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the 2024/25 year in a good financial position with total resources increasing to £25,244.31. The Treasurer reported that the charity generated a small profit of £2,183.58, aided by delayed Gift Aid payments, and noted that all member bands are in good financial health with no causes for concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.