PROJEKT UTOPIA
PROJEKT UTOPIA is an international artist collective, an advocacy group and an arts organisation and we create migrant-focused, multi-lingual work at the intersection of performance, co-creation and participation.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £60,317, with unrestricted reserves standing at £1,105. The trustees report that this level of unrestricted reserves provides a buffer equivalent to approximately three months of core operating costs, meeting the charity's stated policy target. The charity secured multi-year funding from the Arts Council England and the National Lottery, resulting in a net income surplus for the year.
What the accounts disclose
“The current level of unrestricted reserves reflects careful financial management and provides a modest buffer equivalent to approximately three months of core operating costs. This meets the charity’s short-term contingency needs”
“A total of £12,563 was paid to Maria during this accounting period in addition to a payment of £15,250 to Root & Branch AB.” — page 24
Trustees
- Ailin Conant
- Alejandro Clavier Botetano
- Christopher Hibma
- Dr Jennifer Anne Shea
- Lilli Alexandra Geissendorfer
- Lucian Msamati
- Maria Kristina Aberg
- Nancy Medina
- Nassy Maureen Konan
- Yara El Turk
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £71k | £105k |
| 31/12/2024 | £168k | £115k |
Common questions
Is PROJEKT UTOPIA financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £60,317, with unrestricted reserves standing at £1,105. The trustees report that this level of unrestricted reserves provides a buffer equivalent to approximately three months of core operating costs, meeting the charity's stated policy target. The charity secured multi-year funding from the Arts Council England and the National Lottery, resulting in a net income surplus for the year. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds PROJEKT UTOPIA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name PROJEKT UTOPIA as a grant recipient include THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST, THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £4k | |
| THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST | FY2025 | £1k | Grant Round 3: £1,000 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/01/2026 | £20k | PROJEKT ENCOUNTER |