TURNER SYNDROME SUPPORT SOCIETY
The TSSS is a national charity caring for the needs of those with Turner Syndrome [TS] throughout the UK. The Society offers support, advice, and information to both girls and adult women with TS, their families, and friends. The Society enjoys a good relationship with relevant specialists to promote a good basis for education and understanding of the management of Turner Syndrome.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £19,249.71 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total receipts of £219,939.41 against payments of £200,689.70. The Treasurer's report notes that there is no guarantee of future income and the charity is mindful of this when planning, while also noting that grants have never been a significant income stream. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention that would prevent a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations & Fundraising £85,952.21”
Trustees
- SUSAN WALLchair
- Ella May Phillips -Ansell MAAT
- KERRY BRUERTON
- SIMON HOLDEN
- STEPHEN WALL
- Samantha Jane Cubitt
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £220k | £201k |
| 31/03/2024 | £401k | £182k |
| 31/03/2023 | £149k | £114k |
| 31/03/2022 | £326k | £107k |
| 31/03/2021 | £105k | £101k |
Common questions
Is TURNER SYNDROME SUPPORT SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £19,249.71 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total receipts of £219,939.41 against payments of £200,689.70. The Treasurer's report notes that there is no guarantee of future income and the charity is mindful of this when planning, while also noting that grants have never been a significant income stream. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention that would prevent a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE HISCOX FOUNDATION | 3 | £6k |
| THE BARBOUR FOUNDATION | 2 | £45k |
| THE BATCHWORTH TRUST | 2 | £40k |
| THE SIR JAMES RECKITT CHARITY | 2 | £39k |
| THE ORR MACKINTOSH FOUNDATION LIMITED | 2 | £28k |
| THE WILLIAM ALLEN YOUNG CHARITABLE TRUST | 2 | £11k |
| THE GUNTER CHARITABLE TRUST | 2 | £8k |
| GOWLING WLG (UK) CHARITABLE TRUST | 2 | £2k |
Charities like this
- THE TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS ASSOCIATION
- DOWN'S SYNDROME ASSOCIATION
- TOURETTE SYNDROME (UK) ASSOCIATION TRADING AS TOURETTES ACTION
- DOWN SYNDROME INTERNATIONAL
- YSS
- BRITISH SJOGRENS SYNDROME ASSOCIATION
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURNER SYNDROME SUPPORT SOCIETY | £220k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS ASSOCIATION | £657k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| DOWN'S SYNDROME ASSOCIATION | £2.7m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | within | 17.0% | no doubt |
| TOURETTE SYNDROME (UK) ASSOCIATION TRADING AS TOURETTES ACTION | £599k | — | 1 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| DOWN SYNDROME INTERNATIONAL | £389k | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | below | — | no doubt |
| YSS | £1.0m | — | 0 | unclear | — | noted |