Question 1

What is the mission of MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL?

Accepted Answer

Organising and staging a biennial arts festival of performances, exhibitions and special events, commissioning new work for the public benefit. Organising and staging performances between Festivals. Touring selected commissions to venues and arts festivals in the UK and the rest of the world. In 2023 we transitioned to our permanent venue in Manchester -Aviva Studios,home of Factory International.

Question 2

What is the financial size of MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL?

Accepted Answer

MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £24,235,682 and total expenditure of £25,757,736.

Question 3

How does MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 77.6% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 22.4% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL?

Accepted Answer

MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL employs 210 staff members and is supported by 193 volunteers.

Question 5

Does MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 56.5% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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