HOME-START IOW
Home-Start I.O.W - A Voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families with children under five. Volunteers offer regular support, friendship and practical help to families experiencing difficulties, helping to prevent family crisis and breakdown. Support is also offered through group provision.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total incoming resources were £379,249 with total resources expended at £251,484, resulting in a net movement in funds of £127,765. The charity holds total unrestricted reserves of £245,775, which the Trustees confirm are sufficient to meet regular outgoings and commitments. The organization relies on external funding sources, including grants and donations, to deliver its services.
What the accounts disclose
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (03/04/2025)
Trustees
- Alison Grugeon
- Alison Steer
- Elizabeth Jane lloyd
- Fiona Jill Gwinnett
- Jane Bailey
- Julian Young
- MARGARET RYLANDS
- Maureen O'Flynn
- Tracy Ann Hastain
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £379k | £251k |
| 31/03/2024 | £278k | £223k |
| 31/03/2023 | £159k | £177k |
| 31/03/2022 | £193k | £147k |
| 31/03/2021 | £197k | £134k |
Common questions
Is HOME-START IOW financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total incoming resources were £379,249 with total resources expended at £251,484, resulting in a net movement in funds of £127,765. The charity holds total unrestricted reserves of £245,775, which the Trustees confirm are sufficient to meet regular outgoings and commitments. The organization relies on external funding sources, including grants and donations, to deliver its services. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/01/2025 | £20k | Family groups in East Cowes and Ryde |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/12/2020 | £215k | Home-Start IOW - Because childhood can't wait |
| UK government | 29/05/2020 | £2k | VSCE CMC Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/08/2006 | £20k | Home-Start I.O.W. - Transfer |