SANDWELL SCOUT DISTRICT
To encourage the physical, mental and spiritual development of young people, so that they may take a constructive place in society. Open to all people from 6 years to 25 years old and are members of the world wide scouting organisation.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of approximately £70,000 at year end, which is above its stated policy target of £20,000 (equivalent to 12 months of running costs). The independent examiner reported no concerns regarding the accounts, and the trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue charitable activities.
What the accounts disclose
“The District's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the District should income and fundraising activities fall short. The District Executive Committee considers that the District should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, circa £20,000.The District held reserves of approximately £70,000 against this at year end.”
Trustees
- Alistair Head
- Jacob Kenneth Osborne
- Kieran Andrews
- Lynn Tyler
- Nicola Johnson
- Pushpesh Sunnia
- Stephen Michael Davies
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £43k | £50k |
| 31/12/2023 | £51k | £62k |
| 31/12/2022 | £29k | £113k |
| 31/12/2021 | £66k | £72k |
| 31/03/2021 | £78k | £27k |
Common questions
Is SANDWELL SCOUT DISTRICT financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of approximately £70,000 at year end, which is above its stated policy target of £20,000 (equivalent to 12 months of running costs). The independent examiner reported no concerns regarding the accounts, and the trustees confirmed that resources are adequate to continue charitable activities. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.