NEW SUSSEX OPERA
The objects of the charity are encourage, advance, develop and maintain public education in, appreciation of and involvement in operatic arts and the performing arts by promoting a series of public performances, exhibitions and other cultural events.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £22,377 as of 31 May 2025, an increase from £10,185 in the previous year. The trustees report that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis, indicating no immediate threats to the charity's continuity. The charity generated a net income surplus of £12,192 for the year, driven by income from donations, charitable activities, and other sources exceeding total expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (28/10/2021)
Trustees
- Frances Sarah Mortimerchair
- DAVID JAMES
- Richard Pulham
- Ruth Loughton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £54k | £42k |
| 31/05/2024 | £65k | £65k |
| 28/02/2023 | £75k | £67k |
| 28/02/2022 | £48k | £61k |
| 28/02/2021 | £64k | £48k |
Common questions
Is NEW SUSSEX OPERA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £22,377 as of 31 May 2025, an increase from £10,185 in the previous year. The trustees report that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis, indicating no immediate threats to the charity's continuity. The charity generated a net income surplus of £12,192 for the year, driven by income from donations, charitable activities, and other sources exceeding total expenditure. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds NEW SUSSEX OPERA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name NEW SUSSEX OPERA as a grant recipient include THE BEHRENS FOUNDATION, THE FENTON ARTS TRUST, JOHN SWIRE 1989 CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BEHRENS FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £10k | |
| THE FENTON ARTS TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | |
| THE FENTON ARTS TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE BEHRENS FOUNDATION | FY2026 | £5k | |
| JOHN SWIRE 1989 CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2021 | £1k |