MUSIC4WELLBEING
For the public benefit in South East England, the relief of those in need by reason of physical and/or mental ill health, disability or age, including people with neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and Parkinson's, and their carers through providing specifically designed, group therapeutic music sessions and associated activities led by experienced therapeutic arts practitioners.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £77,954, with unrestricted reserves standing at £8,643. The trustees consider this level of reserves adequate for current risks and operational needs, noting a policy to ensure sufficient unrestricted funds to cover core operating costs. The charity reported a net income of £31,242 for the period, driven by donations and grants exceeding charitable expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and legacies 3 24,386 88,352 112,738 64,058” — page 8
“The Charity’s reserves policy ensures sufficient unrestricted funds to cover core operating costs. This allows the Charity to continue operating in the event of unexpected shortfalls in income or unforeseen increases in expenditure.” — page 6
“During the year, Richard Hobcraft & Co provided accounting services, in which Mr R Hobcraft (Trustee) works for. These amounts totalled to £1,320. No amounts were outstanding at the year end.” — page 15
Funders the charity credits
- Canterbury City Council Strategic Grants Programme
Trustees
- John Cornwall MBPsSchair
- David Dye BA Law
- Jane Lee-Hopkinson MA
- Linda Evelyn Cann
- Richard Ian Hobcraft MAAT
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2026 | £109k | £97k |
| 31/01/2025 | £113k | £81k |
Common questions
Is MUSIC4WELLBEING financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £77,954, with unrestricted reserves standing at £8,643. The trustees consider this level of reserves adequate for current risks and operational needs, noting a policy to ensure sufficient unrestricted funds to cover core operating costs. The charity reported a net income of £31,242 for the period, driven by donations and grants exceeding charitable expenditure. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MUSIC4WELLBEING?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MUSIC4WELLBEING as a grant recipient include SOCIETY OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS CIO, SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO, CHATHAM MARITIME TRUST, THE ALLEN LANE FOUNDATION, THE COLE CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOCIETY OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS CIO | FY2022 | £20k | Social justice |
| SISTERS OF THE HOLY CROSS CIO | FY2023 | £20k | Centre for ADHD & Autism |
| SOCIETY OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS CIO | FY2021 | £10k | Grants |
| CHATHAM MARITIME TRUST | FY2025 | £3k | Workshops for dementia and Parkinson's |
| THE ALLEN LANE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £2k | |
| THE COLE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £2k | Arts and Culture |
| BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £2k | Activity project for this group aiming to improve the lives of older people in the local community. |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/02/2026 | £20k | Music Connects Kent |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/03/2024 | £20k | Music4Wellbeing |