MICHAEL AND LESLEY BENNETT CHARITABLE TRUST
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a net deficit of £29,192 for the year, primarily due to investment losses of £4,704, resulting in total unrestricted funds decreasing to £304,463. Despite this deficit, the trustees confirmed the charity has sufficient resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future and prepared the statements on a going concern basis. The charity does not employ staff or maintain significant fixed overheads, and no formal reserves policy is deemed necessary.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, the Charity received donations totalling £35,600 (2024: £33,990) from Michael Bennett, a Trustee. Included in other creditors is £2,300 (2024: £2,300) due to Michael Bennett.” — page 10
Trustees
- MICHAEL BENNETTchair
- Jane Patricia Gistyn
- John Emmanuel Bennett
- LESLEY VALERIE BENNETT
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £50k | £74k |
| 05/04/2024 | £44k | £32k |
| 05/04/2023 | £62k | £52k |
| 05/04/2022 | £86k | £65k |
| 05/04/2021 | £71k | £62k |
Common questions
Is MICHAEL AND LESLEY BENNETT CHARITABLE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a net deficit of £29,192 for the year, primarily due to investment losses of £4,704, resulting in total unrestricted funds decreasing to £304,463. Despite this deficit, the trustees confirmed the charity has sufficient resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future and prepared the statements on a going concern basis. The charity does not employ staff or maintain significant fixed overheads, and no formal reserves policy is deemed necessary. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.