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Aberdeen Performing Arts

Aberdeen, Scotland Reg: SC033733 (Charity Commission) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
51/100 · methodology

About Aberdeen Performing Arts

We are a focal point for the arts in the region and it is our responsibility to deliver a programme of varied, wide-ranging activity with strong appeal across all audience and participant segments. We have a vast breadth of engagement, with over 400,000 attendances annually across our venues and festivals with many more visiting to see our exhibitions and free-to-attend performances. Our position in the North-east fosters pride in our region, developing a clear sense of place and promoting homegrown culture. Our primary focus is on deepening meaningful engagement with young people, over 75s, those in areas of deprivation and marginalised groups such as the global majority, the LGBTQ+ community and those with physical and mental health issues through a …

Founded
Headquarters
Aberdeen, Scotland
Foundation type
Charitable Company

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 6 similar education in United Kingdom
Program spending This charity: 86%
Peer average: 85%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 51
Peer average: 86

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for Charity Commission removal, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every £1 goes

· FY2025 · oscr (FY2025)
£0.86
£0.14
Program£0.86
Fundraising£0.14
86% to programs beats the peer average (85%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Aberdeen Performing Arts has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.

  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 78,357 education charities in the United Kingdom with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • GiveRadar holds 5 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2025. See the filings
  • Its integrity score of 51 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • leadership details (present for 78% of comparable organizations)
  • third-party accreditation
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Aberdeen Performing Arts is a registered education nonprofit based in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2002 and has been operating for 24 years. Its registration number is SC033733. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 51/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £14M in annual revenue.

Aberdeen Performing Arts's official registration number is SC033733, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.

Aberdeen Performing Arts has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 51 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 86% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.

Aberdeen Performing Arts is located in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2002 and has been active for 24 years.

Based on official tax filings, Aberdeen Performing Arts has £14M in annual revenue. It allocates 86% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 85% for education charities in United Kingdom. Fundraising costs represent 14%. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of £994K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Aberdeen Performing Arts is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a Charitable Company. It has £14M in annual revenue.

According to GiveRadar's records, Aberdeen Performing Arts is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. It reports that 86% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 85%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

We are a focal point for the arts in the region and it is our responsibility to deliver a programme of varied, wide-ranging activity with strong appeal across all audience and participant segments. We have a vast breadth of engagement, with over 400,000 attendances annually across our venues and festivals with many more visiting to see our exhibitions and free-to-attend performances. Our position in the North-east fosters pride in our region, developing a clear sense of place and promoting homegrown culture. Our primary focus is on deepening meaningful engagement with young people, over 75s, those in areas of deprivation and marginalised groups such as the global majority, the LGBTQ+ community... Aberdeen Performing Arts is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2002.

Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: It allocates 86% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 85%. Its annual revenue of £14M is well above the peer average of £994K.

Aberdeen Performing Arts is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability. Its Charity Commission registration number is SC033733.

You can verify Aberdeen Performing Arts in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Because this is a charitable company, you can also check its filings on Companies House (https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/). Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.

You can donate to Aberdeen Performing Arts directly through its donation page (https://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/support-us/). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.

Donations to Aberdeen Performing Arts are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.

Aberdeen Performing Arts is based in Aberdeen in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.

Aberdeen Performing Arts was first registered in 2002, making it approximately 24 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.

Annual revenue
£10M-£100M
86% to programs
Source: oscr (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from oscr (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
266
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Latest news

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
£14.4M revenue
FY2025
OSCR
Form filed
£12.3M revenue
FY2024
OSCR
Form filed
£13.1M revenue
FY2023
OSCR
Form filed
£10.1M revenue
FY2022
OSCR
Form filed
£4.5M revenue
FY2021
OSCR

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Cause areas in United Kingdom

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Education this charity 87,646
Health 28,382
Religion 22,146
Arts & Culture 21,802
Community Development 10,738
Environment 5,683
Social Services 4,899
Youth Development 4,637
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Most common causes in United Kingdom

Causes charities work on most.

Education 54,780
Arts & Culture 17,729
Disability 17,106
Religion 16,671
Health 15,045
Poverty 14,062
Community Development 11,486
Cultural Heritage 8,526

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Charity Commission for England and Wales - Register of Charities
Financial filings
Charity Commission annual returns - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 17, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 17, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 7
  • Financial data · FY2025 on record
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2002
Not available · 4
  • Named leadership
    Board and officer list not yet indexed
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Aberdeen Performing Arts

What is Aberdeen Performing Arts?
Aberdeen Performing Arts is a education charitable company based in Aberdeen, United Kingdom. We are a focal point for the arts in the region and it is our responsibility to deliver a programme of varied, wide-ranging activity with strong appeal across all audience and participant segments. We have a vast breadth of engagement, with over 400,000 attendances annually across our venues and festivals with many more visiting to see our exhibitions and free-to-attend performances. Our position in the North-east fosters pride in our region, developing a clear sense of place and promoting homegrown culture. Our primary focus is on deepening meaningful engagement with young people, over 75s, those in areas of deprivation and marginalised groups such as the global majority, the LGBTQ+ community and those with physical and mental health issues through a variety of engagement activities, workshops, classes, festivals, exhibitions and most importantly our programme. 'the advancement of education' 1. The Company's charitable objects are: a. to present, provide or assist in the provision of facilities at reasonable cost for arts and cultural activities, including but not limited to music, opera, drama, dance, literature, visual and digital arts and entertainment (such facilities being provided from time to time being hereinafter referred to as 'the Facilities') for the general public in, or in connection with, the Local Authority area of the Council as defined in Schedule 1 to the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 (such Local Authority area being referred hereafter to as 'Aberdeen') and other parts of Scotland in the interests of social welfare and improving the conditions of life of the general public and, also, to encourage the wider use of the Facilities by residents of, and visitors to, Aberdeen and Scotland for festivals, concerts, workshops, conferences and events all related to the performing arts. b. to provide accessible and affordable opportunities for all members of the general public in Aberdeen and other parts of Scotland to participate in arts and cultural, activities and access the Facilities including people with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010 and people experiencing socio economic deprivation and other forms of disadvantage and to encourage wider participation from all ages and minority groups. and c. to advance the education of the public in arts and cultural activities by presenting, promoting, sponsoring, supporting and assisting in the development of public interest in and awareness of arts and cultural activities within and at the Facilities and in the community through the use of out- reach programmes, publications and other media promotion.
When was Aberdeen Performing Arts founded?
Aberdeen Performing Arts was founded in 2002.
Where is Aberdeen Performing Arts located?
Headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom.
What is Aberdeen Performing Arts's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £10M-£100M. 86% of expenses go to program services.
Is Aberdeen Performing Arts trustworthy?
Aberdeen Performing Arts has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Aberdeen Performing Arts's registration number?
Registration: SC033733 (United Kingdom).
What is Aberdeen Performing Arts's website?
https://www.aberdeenperformingarts.com
Are donations to Aberdeen Performing Arts tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.