SEED SEDGEMOOR
We aim to enable more people in our region to actively engage in the creative arts, particularly those who don't usually do so. We seek to remove barriers to participation, offer opportunities for people to engage with the arts, and for the arts to become a part of their everyday life. We believe everyone is creative and can benefit from opportunities to explore and develop their creativity.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £8,743 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £21,920 to £13,177. The trustees note that the current year marks the end of the third year of a three-year funding programme from Arts Council England, and the charity is actively seeking new core funding and extensions to support future operations.
What the accounts disclose
Funders the charity credits
- Arts Council
Trustees
- Dr Stephen Andrew Kite
- Francesca Smith
- Michael James Lerry
- Pauline Annette Burr
- Ruth Arwen Coull
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £257k | £266k |
| 31/03/2024 | £332k | £321k |
| 31/03/2023 | £275k | £328k |
| 31/03/2022 | £64k | £3 |
Common questions
Is SEED SEDGEMOOR financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £8,743 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £21,920 to £13,177. The trustees note that the current year marks the end of the third year of a three-year funding programme from Arts Council England, and the charity is actively seeking new core funding and extensions to support future operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SEED SEDGEMOOR?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SEED SEDGEMOOR as a grant recipient include THE FAIRFIELD CHARITABLE TRUST, THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION, CLARK FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE FAIRFIELD CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £10k | |
| THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £5k | |
| CLARK FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Community Foundation | 09/10/2023 | £7k | Spirit Of Bridgwater (High Street Takeover) |
| Somerset Community Foundation | 29/03/2022 | £10k | Right Royal Jubilee Jam |