CHELTENHAM OPEN DOOR
Cheltenham Open Door supports vulnerable, disadvantaged and isolated people. We offer a welcoming, non-judgmental space where our guests can relax and enjoy food, friendship, advice and support. Meals, laundry, shower and wardrobe facilities are all free at the point of access. We open 5 days a week (including Sundays) and the 3 days of Christmas. No referral or booking required.No questions asked
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £101,953 for the year, resulting in unrestricted funds decreasing from £432,323 to £330,370. The trustees note that while the current reserve balance is deemed acceptable for ongoing operations, it is below their stated policy target of one year's costs plus contingency. The filing confirms the charity relies entirely on donations and has no guaranteed government funding.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations of more than £1,000 make up 80% of our income and represent around ~10% of donors.” — page 8
“The balance on our General Fund on 31 May 2025 was £177,170, which equates to approximately 6 months of costs against the 12-month target.” — page 10
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Alisha Wala
- Andrew Kenneth Goddard
- Dr Cheryl Elizabeth Whiting
- Matthew Williams
- Robin Simon Lee Bussey
- philip norman rawlins
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £238k | £340k |
| 31/05/2024 | £213k | £296k |
| 31/05/2023 | £215k | £206k |
| 31/05/2022 | £140k | £188k |
| 31/05/2021 | £397k | £119k |
Common questions
Is CHELTENHAM OPEN DOOR financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £101,953 for the year, resulting in unrestricted funds decreasing from £432,323 to £330,370. The trustees note that while the current reserve balance is deemed acceptable for ongoing operations, it is below their stated policy target of one year's costs plus contingency. The filing confirms the charity relies entirely on donations and has no guaranteed government funding. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds CHELTENHAM OPEN DOOR?
Funders whose own accounts filings name CHELTENHAM OPEN DOOR as a grant recipient include STREETSMART-ACTION FOR THE HOMELESS, CHELTENHAM ROUND TABLE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| STREETSMART-ACTION FOR THE HOMELESS | FY2024 | £4k | |
| CHELTENHAM ROUND TABLE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND | FY2025 | £2k | |
| CHELTENHAM ROUND TABLE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND | FY2024 | £2k | |
| CHELTENHAM ROUND TABLE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND | FY2023 | £2k | |
| CHELTENHAM ROUND TABLE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND | FY2022 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/01/2026 | £20k | Sustaining and Expanding Support for Vulnerable Adults in Cheltenham |