Self Appraisal

We consider that our organisational and financial strengths include:

We have survived, grown and remained financially stable over 15 years despite lack of core funding.
We combine a policy of financial prudence with artistic innovation.
We have a supportive structure, with Board of Trustees, Advisers and other volunteers sharing our goals and values.
We have built a committed following of members as internal stakeholders – keen, committed and providing stability and continuity.
We have enjoyed continuing encouragement and support from the Arts Council.
We have permanent, experienced administrative support

We benefit financially from:

Considerable goodwill in the form of volunteer effort and artists’ fees reduced or waived
A low cost-base operation
Ongoing financial support from sponsors, trusts and Friends
Financial support from Arts Council England
An established relationship with Nottinghamshire County Council and Ashfield District Council

We have a distinct ethos, with a strong sense of community, clarity of purpose and consistency of commitment to our core vision.