EAST SUSSEX FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATION
The Association aims to support East Sussex Foster Carers and their families in their efforts to achieve the best possible outcomes for the children in their care, by working in partnership with appropriate statutory and voluntary agencies. It has developed a range of support, advice, advocacy, activities and training for their fellow carers, their families and Looked After Children.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of resources for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £81,513 to £80,847. Unrestricted funds fell to £69,025, while restricted funds increased to £11,822. The trustees confirm the charity is a going concern and note that it is switching to new online accountancy systems to improve financial controls.
What the accounts disclose
“There were no related party transactions other than expenditure reimbursement made to trustees. These payments were supported by documentary evidence such as receipts, and approved for payment by a third party.” — page 19
Trustees
- SUSANNE BEESLEYchair
- ANN HOLDER
- Anja Christina Leeves
- Christine Ellen Phillips
- Emily Victoria Wells
- Laura Ottley
- Michael Kim Phillips
- Ru Petraitis-Williams BEM
- Sandra Josephine Maylam
- Tina Henderson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £43k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £42k | £53k |
| 31/03/2023 | £51k | £55k |
| 31/03/2022 | £46k | £55k |
| 31/03/2021 | £42k | £28k |
Common questions
Is EAST SUSSEX FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of resources for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £81,513 to £80,847. Unrestricted funds fell to £69,025, while restricted funds increased to £11,822. The trustees confirm the charity is a going concern and note that it is switching to new online accountancy systems to improve financial controls. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/02/2013 | £8k | Looked After Children: Support and Succeed |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/01/2007 | £10k | Building Brighter Futures |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/11/2005 | £83k | Children Who Care, Looked after Children, Foster Carers |