THE GALPIN SOCIETY
The Galpin Society was founded in 1946 to promote the study of musical instruments.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,611 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £39,088 to £36,477. The trustees note that the charity has experienced financial difficulties in the past and is currently considering the level of reserves needed for the long term. However, the filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“the officers and committee members have decided to retain sufficient reserves to ensure the charity will not experience such difficulties in the future. However the committee is currently considering the level of reserves that are needed for the long term”
“Mrs Diana Wells £349 (2024: £568) of expenses were reimbursed to Mrs Diana Wells during the year. Mrs Wells received reimbursement of postage costs incurred in her role as Archivist and Minutes Secretary”
Trustees
- Dr Gabriele Rossi Rognonichair
- Andreas van Zoelen
- Cassandre Balosso-Bardin
- Christopher A Miller
- DIANA SIMONE WELLS
- DR BRADLEY STRAUCHEN-SCHERER
- Dr ARNOLD MYERS
- Dr Karen Loomis
- Dr Sabine Klaus
- MIMI S WAITZMAN
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £30k | £25k |
| 31/03/2025 | £28k | £30k |
| 31/03/2024 | £28k | £32k |
| 31/03/2023 | £31k | £27k |
| 31/03/2022 | £25k | £27k |
Common questions
Is THE GALPIN SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,611 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £39,088 to £36,477. The trustees note that the charity has experienced financial difficulties in the past and is currently considering the level of reserves needed for the long term. However, the filing confirms there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.