ACADEMY FM FOLKESTONE
TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF FOLKESTONE ACADEMY STUDENTS (& SUCH OTHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AS THE TRUSTEES SHALL DECIDE FROM TIME TO TIME) & INHABITANTS OF FOLKESTONE AREA IN COMMUNICATION, BROADCASTING & OTHER MEDIA SKILLS & TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND CITIZENSHIP FOR THE BENEFIT OF FOLKESTONE & SURROUNDING AREA THROUGH PROMOTION AND PROVISION OF A COMMUNITY RADIO STATION.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained unrestricted general reserves of £17,527 against a stated policy target of £5,000, indicating a comfortable buffer above the minimum requirement. The charity reported a net increase in total funds of £4,233 for the year, driven by charitable activities and donations, while total expenditure was £33,516. The trustees confirmed the organization is a going concern with sufficient resources to continue operational existence for at least 12 months.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees deem a minimum level of reserves of £5,000 to be sufficient.” — page 6
“During the year, D Sharp, a Trustee, received remuneration for his role of Project Manager of £6,600 (2024 - £3,850). No other Trustees received any remuneration, or other benefits (2024 - £Nil).” — page 14
“During the year, D Sharp, a Trustee, received remuneration for his role of Project Manager of £6,600 (2024 - £3,850). No other Trustees received any remuneration, or other benefits (2024 - £Nil). No trustees were reimbursed expenses (2024 - £NIL) in their capacity as a trustee. The total employee benefits (including employers national insurance) of the key management personnel of the charity were £6,600 (2024 - £3,850)” — page 14
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- David Anthony Sharp
- Dean Andrew Jones
- Gabrielle Wilson
- JOANNA NOLAN CEO
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £36k | £34k |
| 31/03/2024 | £48k | £63k |
| 31/03/2023 | £81k | £122k |
| 31/03/2022 | £131k | £117k |
| 31/03/2021 | £100k | £100k |
Common questions
Is ACADEMY FM FOLKESTONE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained unrestricted general reserves of £17,527 against a stated policy target of £5,000, indicating a comfortable buffer above the minimum requirement. The charity reported a net increase in total funds of £4,233 for the year, driven by charitable activities and donations, while total expenditure was £33,516. The trustees confirmed the organization is a going concern with sufficient resources to continue operational existence for at least 12 months. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ACADEMY FM FOLKESTONE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ACADEMY FM FOLKESTONE as a grant recipient include THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £311k | Education |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £15k | Education |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £15k | Education |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £500 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/10/2021 | £8k | Folkestone Matters |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/04/2019 | £8k | Understanding Mental Health |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 20/03/2019 | £34k | "Folkestone & Hythe during World War 2" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/09/2015 | £6k | The Local Report |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/09/2010 | £10k | 105.9 Academy FM - Folkestone Community Radio Station |