THE NESBITT-CLELAND TRUST
The objectives of the trustees is to hold the Trust Fund and the income thereof in trust and to apply the same for capital and income thereof to or towards the benefit or in furtherance of such charitable purposes or charitable institutions in such proportion and manner as the trustees shall in their absolute discretion from time to time think fit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds decreased from £225,009 to £138,853 due to a net movement in funds of £(86,156), driven by charitable expenditure of £218,172 and investment losses. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“£190,000 was granted to St Abbs Marine Station during the year to 5 April 2025 (2024: £215,000), a charity under common control registered in Scotland (number SC041328). No payroll costs were paid on behalf of St Abbs Marine Station during the year (2024: £Nil), and no other expenses (2024: £Nil).” — page 11
“£20,000 was granted to St Abbs Visitor Centre during the year to 5 April 2025 (2024: £25,000), a charity under common control registered in Scotland (SC042087). No payroll costs were paid on behalf of St Abbs Visitor Centre during the year (2024: £Nil).” — page 11
“£190,000 was granted to St Abbs Marine Station during the year to 5 April 2025 (2024: £215,000), a charity under common control registered in Scotland (number SC041328). No payroll costs were paid on behalf of St Abbs Marine Station during the year (2024: £Nil), and no other expenses (2024: £Nil).” — page 11
“£20,000 was granted to St Abbs Visitor Centre during the year to 5 April 2025 (2024: £25,000), a charity under common control registered in Scotland (SC042087). No payroll costs were paid on behalf of St Abbs Visitor Centre during the year (2024: £Nil).” — page 11
Trustees
- STEPHEN JAMES NESBITTchair
- AILEEN ELIZABETH NESBITT
- HARRY WILLIAM NESBITT
- JOEL ROBERT NESBITT
- MATTHEW DAVID NESBITT
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £174k | £218k |
| 05/04/2024 | £299k | £248k |
| 05/04/2023 | £283k | £253k |
| 05/04/2022 | £165k | £252k |
| 05/04/2021 | £199k | £168k |
Common questions
Is THE NESBITT-CLELAND TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds decreased from £225,009 to £138,853 due to a net movement in funds of £(86,156), driven by charitable expenditure of £218,172 and investment losses. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| ASSOCIATION OF NHS CHARITIES | 1 | £143k |
| E F BULMER TRUST | 1 | £9k |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF HOLY TRINITY, STEVENAGE | 1 | £138 |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE NESBITT-CLELAND TRUST | £174k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE ANCASTER TRUST | £131k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CLARENDON TRUST LIMITED | £2.4m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| JOAN AINSLIE CHARITABLE TRUST | £278k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE COBALT TRUST | £654k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| The Grocott Family Foundation | £926k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |