GRACE FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2023 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £183,061, exceeding the charity's stated target of at least £100,000. However, the charity is primarily dependent on donations from I.M. Group Limited to safeguard its long-term future and meet working capital requirements. The trustees have received assurances from the directors of I.M. Group Limited that contributions will continue in line with the budgeted activity for at least twelve months.
What the accounts disclose
“The Foundation targets positive unrestricted reserves of at least E100,000.” — page 4
“The trustees have considered all reasonable risks assouated with the operation of its business model for a period of at least 12 months from the date of signing the accounts. These risks include the potential resurgence of Covid-1 9 pandemic impacting social distancing and 0ie ability of the business to perform its operations in school environments. Risks also include increasing pressures on salaries and the 'cost of living' crisis in the UK.” — page 4
“Radical Outreach Limited is a company owned and controlled by a family member of Lady Edmiston. During the year Radical Outreach Limited provided consultancy services to Grace Foundation and invoiced f27, 572 (2022 - 629, 1 06) in respect of those services. 62,486 remained outstanding at 31 August 2023 (2022- FNil).” — page 20
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Trustees
- Andrew Martin Edmiston
- Georgia Grace Spicer
- Joshua David Spicer
- Kate Elizabeth Allen
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £1.7m | £1.8m |
| 31/08/2024 | £1.7m | £1.5m |
| 31/08/2023 | £1.3m | £1.3m |
| 31/08/2022 | £893k | £889k |
| 31/08/2021 | £897k | £699k |
Common questions
Is GRACE FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £183,061, exceeding the charity's stated target of at least £100,000. However, the charity is primarily dependent on donations from I.M. Group Limited to safeguard its long-term future and meet working capital requirements. The trustees have received assurances from the directors of I.M. Group Limited that contributions will continue in line with the budgeted activity for at least twelve months. Its FY2023 accounts were audited by Muras Baker Jones Limited.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE BISHOP RADFORD TRUST | 1 | £800 |