The National Organisation for FASD
The National Organisation for FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), is committed to education and raising awareness about foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) and to helping individuals, their families and all those affected by FASD.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit for the year of £5,288, resulting in total net reserves of £51,717. The trustees acknowledge that the organization struggled to find new income in 2025 and spent some reserves, but confirm that the financial outlook had significantly improved by year-end with no concerns about viability.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and legacies 2 42,794 107,002 149,796 119,056” — page 10
“In 2025, reflecting the challenges facing the charitable sector as a whole and in particular the health related and educational sectors, the organisation struggled to find new income. In 2025 Trustees approved spending some reserves while ensuring minimal reserves available to meet outstanding obligations.” — page 5
“One trustee also works for the Greater Manchester ICB but is not a member of the finance and governance committee. The Trustee has recused herself from all trustee discussions related to the contract with that body mentioned in Trustees Report and was duly transparent with the ICB.” — page 20
Funders the charity credits
- Department of Health and Social Care
Trustees
- ALASDAIR BOVAIRD
- Anna Crowther-Riley
- Dr PATRICIA DENISE JACKSON OBE FRCPCH
- Martin Jones
- Scott Simpson
- Tania Veronica Griffiths
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £220k | £225k |
| 31/12/2024 | £248k | £243k |
| 31/12/2023 | £145k | £359k |
| 31/12/2022 | £395k | £233k |
| 31/12/2021 | £250k | £257k |
Common questions
Is The National Organisation for FASD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit for the year of £5,288, resulting in total net reserves of £51,717. The trustees acknowledge that the organization struggled to find new income in 2025 and spent some reserves, but confirm that the financial outlook had significantly improved by year-end with no concerns about viability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds The National Organisation for FASD?
Funders whose own accounts filings name The National Organisation for FASD as a grant recipient include THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST | FY2023 | £1k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/11/2006 | £184k | Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) Helpline |