HARRY BIRRELL SCHOLARSHIP TRUST LIMITED
Awards scholarships and funds educational projects in South Africa. Awards are based on financial need. We aim to fund 10-15 learners each year at quality schools in Grahamstown which includes St Andrew's College, the Diocesan School for Girls and Good Shepherd primary school.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased by 11% to £647,404, supported by investment growth and donations. The charity reported no fundraising costs and minimal administration expenses of £38, resulting in a net resource movement of £62,914 for the period.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and Gift Aid £44,927”
Trustees
- STEPHEN ROGER SPARROWchair
- ADRIAN BIRRELL
- ANDREW LA TROBE
- Dr Deri Hughes
- Edward John Danvers Crossman
- Elizabeth Jane Currie
- MARK HEPBURN
- Oliver Cook
- SUSANNAH MACALEESE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £61k | £44k |
| 29/02/2024 | £42k | £29k |
| 28/02/2023 | £28k | £22k |
| 28/02/2022 | £58k | £27k |
| 28/02/2021 | £126k | £36k |
Common questions
Is HARRY BIRRELL SCHOLARSHIP TRUST LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased by 11% to £647,404, supported by investment growth and donations. The charity reported no fundraising costs and minimal administration expenses of £38, resulting in a net resource movement of £62,914 for the period. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.