FRIENDS REACHING OUT
Relief of Poverty.Advancement of Education of Orphans in Uganda.Establishing homes /orphanages. Setting up young people in business. Paying for School, college & University Fees as well as vocational training. Providing food & shelter.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £60,166.00, a decrease from the previous year's £62,609.00, with regular sponsorship remaining consistent. The charity holds a closing balance of £28,110.00, of which £6,000 is allocated to reserves in accordance with a policy to hold three months of core running costs. The trustees report that regular sponsorship and donations have remained consistent compared to the past financial year.
What the accounts disclose
“Regular giving increased to £33,411.00 excluding gifts, donations and gift aid.”
“The charity will hold 3 months of core running costs in the UK account in case the charity needs to be closed.”
“FRO works in partnership with Friends of Disadvantaged Children that facilitate the work in Uganda. FODC is a registered Community Based Organisation in Uganda.”
Trustees
- REV STEVE FISHPOOLchair
- Joy Dale
- MRS ALI FISHPOOL
- ROBERT DAVIDGE
- Rev Jerry Lee
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 | £74k | £51k |
| 05/04/2025 | £60k | £53k |
| 05/04/2024 | £63k | £89k |
| 05/04/2023 | £53k | £95k |
| 05/04/2022 | £66k | £46k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS REACHING OUT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £60,166.00, a decrease from the previous year's £62,609.00, with regular sponsorship remaining consistent. The charity holds a closing balance of £28,110.00, of which £6,000 is allocated to reserves in accordance with a policy to hold three months of core running costs. The trustees report that regular sponsorship and donations have remained consistent compared to the past financial year.