UNDERWIRED
We aim to remove physical or financial barriers preventing access to theatre. Specialising in interactive family musicals we place children with or without disabilities at the heart of our work. We run a fully inclusive theatre skills club, engaging children with disabilities or from a disadvantaged background. We offer respite for parents/carers, and work opportunities for underrepresented groups
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds carried forward were £60,094, comprising £4,269 in unrestricted funds and £55,825 in restricted funds. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £28,885 for the year, driven by incoming resources of £64,858 against expenditure of £35,973. The trustees confirmed that adequate cash resources are available to continue operations for at least the next twelve months.
What the accounts disclose
“BBC Children in Need - £15,000.00” — page 6
“During the period, key management personnel received £10,888 (2024 - £Nil) for services rendered to the charity.” — page 17
Trustees
- Paul Nathan Martinchair
- Gregory Stephen Cooke
- Mark Nicholas Howroyd Price
- Michelle Evelyn Garrett
- Sophie Hazlewood
- Victoria Cooke
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £65k | £36k |
| 05/04/2024 | £47k | £109k |
| 05/04/2023 | £70k | £82k |
| 05/04/2022 | £77k | £4k |
| 05/04/2021 | £21k | £4k |
Common questions
Is UNDERWIRED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds carried forward were £60,094, comprising £4,269 in unrestricted funds and £55,825 in restricted funds. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £28,885 for the year, driven by incoming resources of £64,858 against expenditure of £35,973. The trustees confirmed that adequate cash resources are available to continue operations for at least the next twelve months. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds UNDERWIRED?
Funders whose own accounts filings name UNDERWIRED as a grant recipient include JOHN JACKSON CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN JACKSON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £6k | Community Arts |
| JOHN JACKSON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £1k | Community Arts |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 08/10/2025 | £35k | Unrestricted Funding |
| Postcode Lottery | 28/06/2024 | £23k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/09/2021 | £95k | Inclusive Easter & Christmas Musicals |