REAL DPO LTD
Real supports disabled people and people with long term health conditions in Tower Hamlets, to live as independently as they chose, and obtain full rights and privileges as citizens, in accordance with the social model of disability and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. We deliver advocacy, information and advice, and engagement and community voice projects
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £47,893 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £159,024. Per the trustees' report, this level of reserves is considered sufficient to cover potential shortfalls and manage unexpected expenditure, exceeding the stated policy target of three to six months of core operating costs. The organization remains financially stable with no material uncertainties identified regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Real aims to maintain unrestricted reserves equivalent to three to six months of core operating expenditure. Based on 2024/25 annual unrestricted expenditure of £260,343, this equates to a reserves target range of £65,086 (minimum) to £130,171 (maximum).” — page 31
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- David Kevin Burbidge
- Fatima Noor
- Giiasiddin Bakhtovarshoiev
- Grenville Rupert Stanley Bingham
- Ismet Aykan Akkayagil
- Nari Ahn
- Professor Alan John Drew
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £586k | £538k |
| 31/03/2024 | £607k | £625k |
| 31/03/2023 | £603k | £664k |
| 31/03/2022 | £585k | £575k |
| 31/03/2021 | £811k | £746k |
Common questions
Is REAL DPO LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £47,893 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £159,024. Per the trustees' report, this level of reserves is considered sufficient to cover potential shortfalls and manage unexpected expenditure, exceeding the stated policy target of three to six months of core operating costs. The organization remains financially stable with no material uncertainties identified regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Kingston Burrowes Audit Ltd.
Who funds REAL DPO LTD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name REAL DPO LTD as a grant recipient include TRUST FOR LONDON, WAKEFIELD AND TETLEY TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRUST FOR LONDON | FY2023 | £74k | Covering the salary costs of a project coordinator, communications manager and engagement and coproduction facilitator |
| WAKEFIELD AND TETLEY TRUST | FY2021 | £6k | Outreach to isolated disabled people in Tower Hamlets |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Foundation | 13/05/2024 | £185k | Grant to Real DPO ltd |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/03/2023 | £235k | Propel - Coproducing Quality of Life outcomes for Disabled People |
| City Bridge Foundation | 10/04/2014 | £2k | Eco audit to Real DPO ltd |