ST. ANNA
St. Anna is a Christian charity committed to the relief of persons suffering hardship as a result of drought, earthquake, flood or other natural disaster, or who by reason of their social or economic conditions are in need of assistance.St. Anna works primarily in East Africa, and its activities are made available to all without regard to race, religion or ethnic background.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure deficit of £7,269 for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £19,438 to £12,169. The trustees maintain that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future, despite having minimal unrestricted reserves of £1,765. The charity employs no paid staff and relies on voluntary trustee time and donations to meet its limited expenses.
What the accounts disclose
“Incoming resources of £25,503 (2023: £23,842) consisted mostly of donations” — page 5
“The policy of the trustees is deliberately not to build up general reserves beyond the operating needs of the charity.” — page 5
“During the year the charity received donations totalling £2,240 (2023: £1,545) from related parties (which includes trustees and anyone closely connected to them).” — page 11
Trustees
- ALEX BOTHA
- DOUGLAS JONES
- DR William Patrick Tamkin
- Elaine Jean Tamkin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £26k | £33k |
| 31/12/2023 | £24k | £29k |
| 31/12/2022 | £28k | £24k |
| 31/12/2021 | £23k | £23k |
| 31/12/2020 | £30k | £24k |
Common questions
Is ST. ANNA financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure deficit of £7,269 for the year, resulting in total funds decreasing from £19,438 to £12,169. The trustees maintain that the charity has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future, despite having minimal unrestricted reserves of £1,765. The charity employs no paid staff and relies on voluntary trustee time and donations to meet its limited expenses. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.