THE GAMBIAN CHILDREN'S FUND
During the year the Charity continued to raise funds from various sources.The charity applied all of its recources to funding the development of Joyces International School in the Gambia.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £35,142 against expenditure of £26,268, resulting in a surplus. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £20,146, which the trustees state are targeted at three times projected monthly costs to ensure stability. However, the independent examiner reported a matter of concern regarding fraudulent diversion of donations, noting losses of £1,247.
What the accounts disclose
“I have identified a matter of concern in my report because I have concerns that there has been material expenditure or action which appears not to be in accordance with the trusts of the Charity.” — page 19
“I have identified a matter of concern in my report because I have concerns that there has been material expenditure or action which appears not to be in accordance with the trusts of the Charity.” — page 19
Trustees
- Dr Patricia Alexander
- Marlene Poole
- SHARON JERVIS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2025 | £35k | £26k |
| 30/06/2024 | £12k | £14k |
| 30/06/2023 | £19k | £6k |
| 30/06/2022 | £2k | £2k |
| 30/06/2021 | £3k | £3k |
Common questions
Is THE GAMBIAN CHILDREN'S FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £35,142 against expenditure of £26,268, resulting in a surplus. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £20,146, which the trustees state are targeted at three times projected monthly costs to ensure stability. However, the independent examiner reported a matter of concern regarding fraudulent diversion of donations, noting losses of £1,247. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE GAMBIAN CHILDREN'S FUND?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE GAMBIAN CHILDREN'S FUND as a grant recipient include MEETINGS INDUSTRY MEETING NEEDS.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEETINGS INDUSTRY MEETING NEEDS | FY2023 | £6k | |
| MEETINGS INDUSTRY MEETING NEEDS | FY2024 | £5k | |
| MEETINGS INDUSTRY MEETING NEEDS | FY2022 | £500 |