LEWISHAM DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a net income of £21,471 for the year, with total unrestricted funds of £224,848 and total funds carried forward of £780,026. The trustees report that the financial position remains stable, supported by a contingency reserve of £175,000 and investment growth.
What the accounts disclose
“The most significant income source continued to be from Frylands Wood, which generated £338,892 in user fees and charges.”
“A contingency reserve of £175,000 has been maintained, safeguarding our financial stability.”
Trustees
- Michael Hedley Jacksonchair
- CHRIS ELLINSON
- Graeme Taylor
- Jennifer Mary McCullough
- KEVIN MURPHY
- Michael McDermott
- Morgan Gareth Fuller
- RICHARD MORRISON
- Raymond Wickenden
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £470k | £430k |
| 31/03/2024 | £406k | £408k |
| 31/03/2023 | £384k | £395k |
| 31/03/2022 | £346k | £302k |
| 31/03/2021 | £464k | £201k |
Common questions
Is LEWISHAM DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a net income of £21,471 for the year, with total unrestricted funds of £224,848 and total funds carried forward of £780,026. The trustees report that the financial position remains stable, supported by a contingency reserve of £175,000 and investment growth. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEWISHAM DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £470k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| KENT COUNTY SCOUT COUNCIL | £1.1m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| AVON COUNTY SCOUT COUNCIL | £717k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| EXETER AND DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £198k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CORNWALL COUNTY SCOUT COUNCIL | £101k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| KENNET DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL | £124k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |