INDIA DIRECT
To alleviate poverty and suffering in Southern India by the provision of financial and practical assistance to locally run projects supporting children and communities, regardless of religion or race.To provide a means for such projects to become self-supportingTo provide those in need with education and training
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds decreased by £7,697 to a year-end balance of £23,134, a decline the trustees describe as anticipated and managed. The charity reports a 24% decrease in annual income but notes that expenditure fell by a similar margin, allowing it to maintain support until reserves are fully expended. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Dr Mark Joseph Johnsonchair
- Ewan Dennis
- Helen Jane Milligan
- Naomi Eve Bullivant
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £43k | £51k |
| 31/03/2024 | £56k | £67k |
| 31/03/2023 | £59k | £72k |
| 31/03/2022 | £71k | £62k |
| 31/03/2021 | £80k | £71k |
Common questions
Is INDIA DIRECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds decreased by £7,697 to a year-end balance of £23,134, a decline the trustees describe as anticipated and managed. The charity reports a 24% decrease in annual income but notes that expenditure fell by a similar margin, allowing it to maintain support until reserves are fully expended. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds INDIA DIRECT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name INDIA DIRECT as a grant recipient include THE SWALLOW TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SWALLOW TRUST | FY2022 | £10k | |
| THE SWALLOW TRUST | FY2023 | £5k |