SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE MOBILE TOY LIBRARY
This is a unique mobile toy library service for children with disabilities, living within the rural Harborough District, Oadby District and Wigston Borough, in South Leicestershire. Members select toys 4-weekly and the toys are then delivered to members' homes, schools, nurseries, playgroups, childminders etc., thus helping to support the children in their access to developmental toys.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £20,298, which the trustees describe as 'just over 6 months running costs' and a 'healthy bank balance'. The financial position is supported by a BBC Children in Need grant providing stability until January 2027, although the trustees note increased costs for insurance and the need to fund future vehicle replacement.
What the accounts disclose
“We run the organisation with the aim of retaining 6 months of reserves to meet unexpected costs”
Trustees
- Chris Woodchair
- CHRISTOPHER WILLIAM PILLAR
- Maria Lee
- ROB WAKEFIELD
- karen mcmahon
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £34k | £33k |
| 31/03/2024 | £17k | £28k |
| 31/03/2023 | £42k | £28k |
| 31/03/2022 | £27k | £27k |
| 31/03/2021 | £36k | £26k |
Common questions
Is SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE MOBILE TOY LIBRARY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £20,298, which the trustees describe as 'just over 6 months running costs' and a 'healthy bank balance'. The financial position is supported by a BBC Children in Need grant providing stability until January 2027, although the trustees note increased costs for insurance and the need to fund future vehicle replacement. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/08/2022 | £10k | South Leicestershire Mobile Toy library |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 06/07/2018 | £10k | Toy Library Expansion |