NORTH SMETHWICK DEVELOPMENT TRUST
Provides a range of services and activities either independently or with other local agencies to improve the lives of local families, adults, children and young people. Run time-bound projects including energy and environmental projects We run several small social enterprises providing employment for local people such as match day car parking, community cafe.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,703 for the year, resulting in total unrestricted and restricted reserves falling from £63,190 to £57,486. The trustees note that financial security is being addressed by developing community business to generate sustainable income, while also acknowledging the ongoing impact of the cost of living crisis and rising operational costs.
What the accounts disclose
“In 2013 the Trust signed a 99-year lease agreement with Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council.” — page 5
“We are supported for our Health and Safety Management and Human Resources responsibilities by Worknest.” — page 5
“In 2013 the Trust signed a 99-year lease agreement with Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council.” — page 5
“We are supported for our Health and Safety Management and Human Resources responsibilities by Worknest.” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (08/12/2023)
Trustees
- Anthony McFarlanechair
- Charmaine Sabrina Burton
- Emily Farquharson
- John Franklin Wood DL
- Kuljit Kaur
- PARAMJIT RANDHAWA
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £240k | £246k |
| 31/03/2024 | £300k | £287k |
| 31/03/2023 | £291k | £272k |
| 31/03/2022 | £183k | £249k |
| 31/03/2021 | £234k | £183k |
Common questions
Is NORTH SMETHWICK DEVELOPMENT TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,703 for the year, resulting in total unrestricted and restricted reserves falling from £63,190 to £57,486. The trustees note that financial security is being addressed by developing community business to generate sustainable income, while also acknowledging the ongoing impact of the cost of living crisis and rising operational costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds NORTH SMETHWICK DEVELOPMENT TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name NORTH SMETHWICK DEVELOPMENT TRUST as a grant recipient include THE DULVERTON TRUST, THE EDWARD CADBURY CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE DULVERTON TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | Weekly youth club for 8-16-year-olds. |
| THE EDWARD CADBURY CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | Education and Training |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/09/2024 | £20k | Growing Friends |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/07/2022 | £10k | Brightening Communities |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/03/2020 | £10k | REWIRED (Respecting Every Woman In Relationships Expects Dignity) |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/02/2017 | £10k | Better Futures |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/08/2015 | £10k | Cook Well, Live Well |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 28/07/2015 | £37k | "The Flying Tales of Folklore" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 30/06/2014 | £10k | "Break Away from No Man's Land" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/09/2012 | £40k | New Start in North Smethwick |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 18/08/2011 | £24k | "Our Smethwick" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/01/2011 | £10k | Get Set Go! |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/07/2009 | £25k | Smethwick Youth Arts |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/06/2004 | £5k | Summer Holiday Play Scheme |