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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1142863
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Royal Air Force Theatrical Association is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1142863. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales. The register describes its activities as: “The aim of the RAF Theatrical Association (RAFTA) is to improve theatre in the RAF.To do this, RAFTA:*Holds an annual One Act Play Festival (improvement through competition).*Runs a 'Project' every 2 years, putting on a show in a professional theatre.*Runs drama courses and workshops for its members.*Critiques shows…” Its charitable objects are: “3. The charity's objects are:a. To promote the efficiency of the raf and the other armed forces of the crown by the enhancement of morale of service personnel through:(1) The maintenance and support of theatre clubs; and(2) The organisation, management, support and provision of Theatrical events and festivals; and(3)…” In the year to 30 Sept 2025 it reported income of £55 and spending of £498.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£55
Latest spending
£498
- What it funds
- Education / trainingArts / culture / heritage / science
- Who it helps
- Other defined groups
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisationsProvides advocacy / advice / informationActs as an umbrella or resource body
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Sept 2025 | £55 | £498 |
| 30 Sept 2024 | £72 | £495 |
| 30 Sept 2023 | £24 | £0 |
| 30 Sept 2022 | £471 | £530 |
| 30 Sept 2021 | £540 | £437 |
Charitable objects
3. The charity's objects are:a. To promote the efficiency of the raf and the other armed forces of the crown by the enhancement of morale of service personnel through:(1) The maintenance and support of theatre clubs; and(2) The organisation, management, support and provision of Theatrical events and festivals; and(3) Such other ways as the trustees shall determine from time to time.b. To educate the public in the art of theatre and to develop the public appreciation and taste in dramatic arts by the performance of Theatrical productions and such other ways as the trustees shall determine from to time.
Where it operates
Throughout England and Wales
- Also known as
- Rafta
- Trustees
- 5
What Royal Air Force Theatrical Association funds
Royal Air Force Theatrical Association is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training and arts / culture / heritage / science for the general public and other defined groups; the register records that it makes grants to organisations, provides advocacy / advice / information and acts as an umbrella or resource body. Over its last 5 reported years, to 30 Sept 2025, it spent £1,960 in total.
How to apply to Royal Air Force Theatrical Association
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Royal Air Force Theatrical Association in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). Its website (rafta.co.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 Royal Air Force Theatrical Association
Is Royal Air Force Theatrical Association open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Royal Air Force Theatrical Association is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Royal Air Force Theatrical Association fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales.
Does Royal Air Force Theatrical Association give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that Royal Air Force Theatrical Association makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does Royal Air Force Theatrical Association give each year?
The register does not break out Royal Air Force Theatrical Association's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 30 Sept 2025 was £498. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £392 a year.
How large is Royal Air Force Theatrical Association?
In its latest reported year Royal Air Force Theatrical Association reported income of £55 and spending of £498.
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