# Cumnock Arts Makes People Smile (SCIO)

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC047663
- **Known as:** C.A.M.P.S.
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- **Registered:** Aug. 23, 2017
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC047663


## Contact

- **Address:** Cumnock's Creative Arts Hub, Bank Avenue, Cumnock, East Ayrshire
- **Postcode:** KA18 1PQ
- **Website:** www.camps.me.uk



## Activities

**Activities:** 'It carries out activities or services itself'

**Purposes:** 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

**What the charity does:** CAMPS (Cumnock Arts Makes People Smile) exists to improve wellbeing, confidence, and inclusion through community arts. We run musical theatre groups for children, teens, and adults, and free-to-attend creative groups including a community choir and “Just Jammin’” for those in need of connection or support. We also offer CAMPS Create, where individuals learn set and costume design, and we are developing CAMPS Production to teach sound and lighting. Funded places and low-cost membership ensure access regardless of financial situation. We deliver performances, workshops, and outreach in schools and community spaces. Everything we do promotes participation, teamwork, creativity, and joy through the arts.

**Beneficiaries:** 'Children or young people','Older People','People with disabilities or health problems','No specific group, or for the benefit of the community','Other charities or voluntary bodies'

**Objectives:** 4 The organisation's purposes are:   4.1 The advancement of the arts, culture and heritage by producing musical shows, providing theatre workshops and by facilitating and organising talks and exhibitions on local history and heritage for members of the public.  4.2 The provision of recreational activities and facilities, such as the Barhill Community Centre, for improving the conditions of life for the people of Cumnock.  4.3 The advancement of citizenship and community development by offering opportunities and training for volunteers and collaborating with community groups in the area.   4.4 The advancement of education by offering training and tuition in the skills necessary for theatre production and 4.5 The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health or disability through working with NHS and Social Care to provide activities and/or premises for service users.





## Geography

- **Main operating location:** East Ayrshire
- **Geographical spread:** Wider, but within one local authority area



## Finances

| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Assets | Employees | Accounts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 31, 2024 | £214646 | £122670 |  -  | 1 | [PDF](/sc/SC047663/files/2024-08-31-accounts.pdf) (1.3 MB) |
| Aug. 31, 2023 | £82401 | £79811 |  -  |  -  |  |
| Aug. 31, 2022 | £58588 | £50684 |  -  |  -  |  |
| Aug. 31, 2021 | £69862 | £75637 |  -  |  -  |  |
| Aug. 31, 2020 | £75364 | £50689 |  -  |  -  |  |