Baobab Steelband
Analysis
Baobab Steelband is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in London. It was registered in March 2023, 3 years ago. Its declared purposes cover arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Baobab Steelband reported income of £24k and spending of £8,942, leaving 62% of income unspent that year. Across the 2 years on record, from March 2024 to March 2025, income grew from £6,000 to £24k (+293%), an average of +293% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2025, when income rose by 293%. Over the whole period it spent 41% 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, Baobab Steelband sits at the 53rd percentile: it is larger than about 53% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 48th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Hangleton Band (£24k), All Saints Musical Productions (£24k) and Treadam Barn Trust (£24k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Baobab Steelband offers music and developmental opportunities for young people and adults living in London. Our organisation promotes participation in the arts and advances education in Steel Pan history, performance, and manufacturing. Additionally, we provide support, resources and activities to assist members progress in their personal lives whilst positively impacting wider society.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Hangleton Band | Hove | £24k |
| All Saints Musical Productions | Manchester | £24k |
| Treadam Barn Trust | Abergavenny | £24k |
| Barnby Dun Community Association | Doncaster | £24k |