WEST MERCIA COUNTY GUIDES
As part of Girlguiding UK, West Mercia Guides purpose is to enable girls and young women develop their potential and to make a difference to the world.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds increased to £455,367, with unrestricted reserves standing at £398,851. The charity reports stable membership and completed its 50th anniversary celebrations without financial difficulty. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Andrene Clarke
- Deborah Drohan
- Elaine Bolton
- Hannah Bleakley
- Helen Cartwright
- Johanne Harrison
- Justine Clarke
- Karen Belcher
- Kristie Mander
- Rebecca Hughes
- WENDY COWDREY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £195k | £136k |
| 31/03/2024 | £64k | £63k |
| 31/03/2023 | £37k | £54k |
| 31/03/2022 | £6k | £24k |
| 31/03/2021 | £70k | £30k |
Common questions
Is WEST MERCIA COUNTY GUIDES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds increased to £455,367, with unrestricted reserves standing at £398,851. The charity reports stable membership and completed its 50th anniversary celebrations without financial difficulty. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/04/2006 | £5k | Weekend in Northern Ireland |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/06/2004 | £5k | Computer equipment |