SIGNPOSTS (MID-SUSSEX) LTD
Signposts provides information, advice, support and activities for people with learning disabilities, their families, friends, carers and professionals in Mid Sussex and surrounding areas.
Objects
(A) THE RELIEF OF PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY, RESIDENT IN MID-SUSSEX BY THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION, ADVICE, SUPPORT AND OPPORTUNITIES WHICH PROMOTE THEIR INCLUSION IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, (B) TO PROVIDE OR ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES FOR THE PUBLIC AT LARGE AND/OR THOSE WHO BY REASON OF YOUTH, AGE, INFIRMITY OR DISABLEMENT, POVERTY OR ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES, HAVE NEED OF SUCH FACILITIES WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £1,219 for the year ended 28 February 2025, with total reserves standing at £63,827. The trustees note that these reserves represent about 50% of expected operating costs for the following year and that a new three-year contract with West Sussex County Council ensures major income through to 2027. The trustees consider there to be no material uncertainties regarding the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The WSCC grant income has increased to £91,401 from £79,542 for the previous year.”
“This year’s reserves of £63,827 continue to represent about 50% of our expected operating costs for 2025/26.” — page 4
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Conflicting interests
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Kay Reynoldschair
- Christopher Andrew Elkins
- Elizabeth Anne Munnion
- ROSEMARY ANNE ELKINS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £130k | £131k |
| 29/02/2024 | £109k | £119k |
| 28/02/2023 | £100k | £93k |
| 28/02/2022 | £96k | £81k |
| 28/02/2021 | £118k | £87k |
Common questions
Is SIGNPOSTS (MID-SUSSEX) LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £1,219 for the year ended 28 February 2025, with total reserves standing at £63,827. The trustees note that these reserves represent about 50% of expected operating costs for the following year and that a new three-year contract with West Sussex County Council ensures major income through to 2027. The trustees consider there to be no material uncertainties regarding the company's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/11/2007 | £10k | Activities for Everyone Programme (for People with Learning Difficulties) |