SYNCOPE TRUST AND REFLEX ANOXIC SEIZURES
To alleviate the effects of and provide support and information on, syncope and reflex anoxic seizures, to those in distress as a result of these seizures, whether suffered by themselves or as a member of the family groupTo advance the education of the medical profession and the general public on the subject of syncope and reflex anoxic seizures and its implications for the individual and family
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £636,150, which the Trustees consider adequate against their policy target of a minimum £15,000 (equivalent to three months' core costs). The charity reported a net income surplus of £30,830 for the year, despite a decrease in total income from donations and grants compared to the previous year.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees have a policy of maintaining a level of unrestricted reserves which should ensure that there are adequate funds to meet anticipated future liabilities. in practice the Trustees consider that holding reserves equivalent to a minimum of 3 months' core costs, excluding funds tied up in fixed assets should provide sufficient funds to respond to unexpected adverse changes in the Charity's funding or activities. This equates to a minimum of £15,000 based on the current levels of activity.” — page 8
Trustees
- CATHRINE LOUISE REID
- Dr Mehran Asgari
- Dr WILLIAM PATRICK AUDIFFRED WHITEHOUSE
- Jane Elizabeth Bateson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £107k | £76k |
| 31/12/2023 | £122k | £79k |
| 31/12/2022 | £244k | £72k |
| 31/12/2021 | £136k | £78k |
| 31/12/2020 | £112k | £57k |
Common questions
Is SYNCOPE TRUST AND REFLEX ANOXIC SEIZURES financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £636,150, which the Trustees consider adequate against their policy target of a minimum £15,000 (equivalent to three months' core costs). The charity reported a net income surplus of £30,830 for the year, despite a decrease in total income from donations and grants compared to the previous year. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 15/07/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/08/2010 | £10k | STARS Children's Booklets |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/12/2005 | £5k | Syncope Trust and Reflex Anoxic Seizures - STARS |