Fifty Three Two
Analysis
Fifty Three Two is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Manchester. It was registered in August 2018, 8 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science and other charitable purposes, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 10646009). It says it makes grants to individuals, makes grants to organisations and provides buildings/facilities/open space.
In the financial year ending August 2025, Fifty Three Two reported income of £139k and spending of £57k, leaving 59% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from August 2021 to August 2025, income grew from £103k to £139k (+35%), an average of +7.7% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to August 2024, when income rose by 1323%. Over the whole period it spent 40% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, Fifty Three Two sits at the 82nd percentile: it is larger than about 82% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 76th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Crawley District Scout Council (£139k), Rottingdean Whiteway Centre (£139k) and Comm.un (£139k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Provide opportunities in the performing arts where other support may not be available. Engage with individuals and groups in guidance as to development and opportunities. Engage with the existing performance arts educational system in providing support. Promote equality, diversity and social inclusion.Provide quantified financial support when authorised by the trustees.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Crawley District Scout Council | West Sussex | £139k |
| Rottingdean Whiteway Centre | Brighton | £139k |
| Comm.un | London | £139k |
| Bursledon Brickworks Museum Trust | Southampton | £139k |