ROSSENDALE RAYS SPECIAL NEEDS SPORTS CLUB
Rossendale Rays' Charitable Objects are to provide water-based sports, cycling and access to other sports for members with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, in order to benefit their health & well being. Our inclusive weekly sessions attract an average of 100 SEND members including parents, family members and carers from Rossendale, Lancashire and the surrounding area.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £9,633 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £52,086 to £42,453. The trustees' report indicates that the charity aims to maintain reserves equal to 1-2 years of annual turnover, but held only £29,236 in liquid reserves at year-end, which is below the stated policy target given the annual expenditure of approximately £35,000-£40,000. Despite the deficit, the independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis.
What the accounts disclose
“The club aims to maintain a financial reserve equal to 1-2 years annual turn-over” — page 6
“During the year, the charity reimbursed trustee Heather Jean Walker £415 for accounting software and payroll licence fees incurred on behalf of the charity.” — page 13
Trustees
- Anthony David Pooler
- Heather Jean Walker
- James Harry Collier
- Mary Clare Mulderrig
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £26k | £35k |
| 31/03/2024 | £28k | £40k |
| 31/03/2023 | £46k | £30k |
| 31/03/2022 | £75k | £71k |
| 31/03/2021 | £28k | £26k |
Common questions
Is ROSSENDALE RAYS SPECIAL NEEDS SPORTS CLUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £9,633 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £52,086 to £42,453. The trustees' report indicates that the charity aims to maintain reserves equal to 1-2 years of annual turnover, but held only £29,236 in liquid reserves at year-end, which is below the stated policy target given the annual expenditure of approximately £35,000-£40,000. Despite the deficit, the independent examiner reported no matters requiring attention, and the accounts were prepared on a going concern basis. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 11/02/2013 | £5k | Lifting the RAYS |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/09/2005 | £5k | Multi-Disabled Swimming Club |