SANDWELL IRISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
We aim to primarily work with the Irish Community, to raise awareness of health issues, cultural and social events. To work in partnership with other ethnic groups to promote cohesion with in the borough of Sandwell.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,969 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £28,909 to £22,940. The trustees confirm that general unrestricted reserves of £20,810 remain at an acceptable level against a policy target of three months' running costs. The financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The company aims to hold general (unrestricted) reserves of 3 months running costs.” — page 8
Trustees
- Ian David Cotterill
- KERRY TERESA FLOOD
- Luke Cotterill
- MARTIN PRESTIDGE
- Stephen Paul Simcox
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £37k | £43k |
| 31/03/2024 | £62k | £47k |
| 31/03/2023 | £32k | £46k |
| 31/03/2022 | £40k | £38k |
| 31/03/2021 | £52k | £37k |
Common questions
Is SANDWELL IRISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £5,969 for the year, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £28,909 to £22,940. The trustees confirm that general unrestricted reserves of £20,810 remain at an acceptable level against a policy target of three months' running costs. The financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 23/04/2012 | £49k | "Stories from Sandwell" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/10/2008 | £9k | Community Garden |