Bedford Messiah Choir grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1117616
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Bedford Messiah Choir is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1117616. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Central Bedfordshire and Bedford. The register describes its activities as: “Public Education1 Engaging a professional conductor2 Engaging professional vocal and instrumental soloists.3 Promoting an annual performance of Handel's Messiah.Furtherance of Charitable Purposes1 Nominating a local charity to receive net proceeds of performance.2 Offering additional publicity to chosen charity.3…” Its charitable objects are: “1) to advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals;2) to further such charitable purpose or purposes as the trustees in their…” In the year to 30 Jun 2025 it reported income of £6,435 and spending of £5,882.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£6,435
Latest spending
£5,882
- What it funds
- Education / training
- Who it helps
- Other charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisations
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun 2025 | £6,435 | £5,882 |
| 30 Jun 2024 | £6,284 | £5,690 |
| 30 Jun 2023 | £6,086 | £5,568 |
| 30 Jun 2022 | £9,331 | £9,695 |
| 30 Jun 2021 | £1 | £86 |
Charitable objects
1) to advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals;2) to further such charitable purpose or purposes as the trustees in their absolute discretion shall think fit but in particular through the making of grants and donations.
Where it operates
Central Bedfordshire, Bedford
- Also known as
- Bmc
- Trustees
- 3
What Bedford Messiah Choir funds
Bedford Messiah Choir is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to organisations. Over its last 5 reported years, to 30 Jun 2025, it spent £26.9k in total.
How to apply to Bedford Messiah Choir
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Bedford Messiah Choir in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (bedfordmessiahchoir.org.uk) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about Bedford Messiah Choir
Is Bedford Messiah Choir open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Bedford Messiah Choir is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Bedford Messiah Choir fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Central Bedfordshire and Bedford.
Does Bedford Messiah Choir give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that Bedford Messiah Choir makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does Bedford Messiah Choir give each year?
The register does not break out Bedford Messiah Choir's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 30 Jun 2025 was £5,882. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £5,384 a year.
How large is Bedford Messiah Choir?
In its latest reported year Bedford Messiah Choir reported income of £6,435 and spending of £5,882.
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