SUFFOLK COUNTY GUIDE ASSOCIATION
Educating girls and young women to help them develop emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually so they can make a positive contribution to their community and the wider world.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves amounted to £223,580 at the year end, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of £150,000. The charity reported a net movement in funds of a deficit of £45,005 for the year, primarily driven by significant transfers to restricted funds, but maintains adequate resources to continue in operational existence.
What the accounts disclose
“The principal sources of income are; subscriptions, donations, legacies, fundraising and payments made by members participating in events organised by the Association as part of its programme of activities.” — page 7
“The level of reserves the trustees consider necessary to meet the above amount to £150,000, representing an estimate of 12 months expenditure, including the operation of Stoke Ash Centre.” — page 7
Trustees
- Alison Jane Smith
- Catherine Holmes
- Coral Anne Milner
- JENNIFER JOYCE ALLEN
- Joyce Stark
- Linda Ann West
- Mandy Louise Grimwood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £61k | £106k |
| 31/12/2023 | £130k | £116k |
| 31/12/2022 | £59k | £81k |
| 31/12/2021 | £50k | £56k |
| 31/12/2020 | £78k | £52k |
Common questions
Is SUFFOLK COUNTY GUIDE ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted free reserves amounted to £223,580 at the year end, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of £150,000. The charity reported a net movement in funds of a deficit of £45,005 for the year, primarily driven by significant transfers to restricted funds, but maintains adequate resources to continue in operational existence. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.