ELY CHORAL SOCIETY
The Society aims to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of choral music in all its aspects. The activities to support the above are the presentation of public performances.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £12,602 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted reserves rising to £42,944. This exceeds the stated reserves policy target of at least £23,000, indicating strong financial health and no material uncertainty regarding going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Our reserves policy is that we should have at least £23,000 in order to cover any emergencies”
Trustees
- Rev Jeremy Richard Jameschair
- Charles Clarke Brunt
- Dr Angela Elizabeth Major
- Elisabeth Every
- Gail Newton
- Roger Anthony Young
- Virginia Grace
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £46k | £33k |
| 31/08/2024 | £40k | £38k |
| 31/08/2023 | £32k | £37k |
| 31/08/2022 | £22k | £25k |
| 31/08/2021 | £11k | £12k |
Common questions
Is ELY CHORAL SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £12,602 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted reserves rising to £42,944. This exceeds the stated reserves policy target of at least £23,000, indicating strong financial health and no material uncertainty regarding going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/04/2005 | £4k | Concert in Ely cathedral |