MAIDSTONE WEST DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
Maidstone West Scout District seeks to promote the aims of Scouting within the West Maidstone and surrounding area. Scout Groups and Units within the District provide a balanced programme of activities to young people from 6 to 25 years of age. Activities are delivered by adult volunteers and are centred on promoting challenge, adventure and leadership to young people.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a small surplus for the year ended 31 March 2025, following deficits in the two previous years. The trustees report that the district remains in a sound financial position, with total net assets increasing to £1,450,340. The district maintains a formal reserves policy and holds unrestricted monetary assets of £36,718.
What the accounts disclose
“The District Council's main income is from members' subscriptions, net of capitation paid to Kent and UK Scouts, and income from hiring out the District He.” — page 3
Trustees
- CHRISTOPHER BURY
- DANIEL JAMES EVEREST
- Daniel Cawse
- JOSH REYNOLDS
- Jonathan David Atkins
- NICHOLAS CHARLES KEATES
- Patricia Annette Hadley
- Perry Charles O'Callaghan
- Sophie Hodges
- Thomas David Scott Hood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £99k | £85k |
| 31/03/2024 | £72k | £89k |
| 31/03/2023 | £94k | £106k |
| 31/03/2022 | £89k | £63k |
| 31/03/2021 | £83k | £50k |
Common questions
Is MAIDSTONE WEST DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a small surplus for the year ended 31 March 2025, following deficits in the two previous years. The trustees report that the district remains in a sound financial position, with total net assets increasing to £1,450,340. The district maintains a formal reserves policy and holds unrestricted monetary assets of £36,718. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.