DIVERSE CITY
We advocate for and model equality and diversity in public life and culture. We capture the diversity of Human experience in unique shows where disabled and non-disabled people perform as equals and we champion access to inclusive social and cultural experiences for every body. Our work overturns inequalities by uncovering and amplifying hidden talent and marginalised voices for the benefit of all
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total funds of £627,936 at the end of the year, a decrease from the previous year's £723,877. The trustees confirm that unrestricted general reserves of £189,936 are in line with their policy to maintain a buffer equivalent to four months of overhead expenditure. The charity reports no debt and confirms that 90% of its projected income for the following year is already secured.
What the accounts disclose
“Trustees have created a reserves policy that aims to build a building resilience reserve that is equivalent to 4 months overheads expenditure.” — page 17
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- Ben Johnsen
- Joshua Ward
- Naomi Baldwin Webb
- Sophie Cottle
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £840k | £936k |
| 31/03/2024 | £940k | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2023 | £1.4m | £1.8m |
| 31/03/2022 | £1.2m | £960k |
| 31/03/2021 | £1.5m | £704k |
Common questions
Is DIVERSE CITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total funds of £627,936 at the end of the year, a decrease from the previous year's £723,877. The trustees confirm that unrestricted general reserves of £189,936 are in line with their policy to maintain a buffer equivalent to four months of overhead expenditure. The charity reports no debt and confirms that 90% of its projected income for the following year is already secured. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DIVERSE CITY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DIVERSE CITY as a grant recipient include TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST, THE NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH MUSIC.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST | FY2024 | £40k | |
| THE NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH MUSIC | FY2025 | £30k | |
| TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST | FY2023 | £17k |