JOURNEYMAN UK
Journeyman UK is a unique mentoring charity. Dedicated to supporting boys aged 13 to 17 in discovering their potential as they navigate the choppy waters of adolescence, we enable communities to skilfully take responsibility for helping their boys and young men become the adults they want to be.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that net income decreased to £59,876 from £100,916 in the prior year, resulting in a net movement in funds of -£17,848. However, total unrestricted reserves stand at £35,925, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover essential running costs for at least three months in case of funding shortfalls. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees have examined the Charity’s requirements for reserves in light of the risks to the organisation and consider that reserves should be held which would be sufficient to cover essential running costs for at least 3 months in case of funding shortfalls or delays, with the intention is to increase this to 6 months as soon as our financial position allows.” — page 6
“Trustee Marcus Fagon was paid £990 and £168.55 reimbursed expenses during the period. This was for services to support the Charity’s mentor training and volunteer development initiatives. The Trustee Board agreed this in accordance with the required conditions in the Charities Act 2011 for paying a trustee for other services (ie not for being a trustee). In addition the Trustee Board consulted with the Interim Community Council who gave their support to the proposal and welcomed the transparency. It was noted it would be unlikely to be able to find someone better placed for this work, especially at the rate agreed. No remuneration or expenses were paid or reimbursed to any other trustees or related parties.” — page 12
“Trustee Marcus Fagon was paid £990 and £168.55 reimbursed expenses during the period. This was for services to support the Charity’s mentor training and volunteer development initiatives. The Trustee Board agreed this in accordance with the required conditions in the Charities Act 2011 for paying a trustee for other services (ie not for being a trustee). In addition the Trustee Board consulted with the Interim Community Council who gave their support to the proposal and welcomed the transparency. It was noted it would be unlikely to be able to find someone better placed for this work, especially at the rate agreed. No remuneration or expenses were paid or reimbursed to any other trustees or related parties.” — page 12
Trustees
- Marcus Fagon
- RICHARD BAKER
- Robert Dent
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £60k | £55k |
| 31/03/2024 | £101k | £57k |
| 31/03/2023 | £40k | £60k |
| 31/03/2022 | £53k | £27k |
| 31/03/2021 | £10k | £10k |
Common questions
Is JOURNEYMAN UK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that net income decreased to £59,876 from £100,916 in the prior year, resulting in a net movement in funds of -£17,848. However, total unrestricted reserves stand at £35,925, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover essential running costs for at least three months in case of funding shortfalls. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds JOURNEYMAN UK?
Funders whose own accounts filings name JOURNEYMAN UK as a grant recipient include THE CRUCIBLE FOUNDATION, THE TEDWORTH CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CRUCIBLE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £75k | |
| THE TEDWORTH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £2k | Towards the cost of a residential for boys aged 14 - 17 to help them prepare for the transition to adulthood. |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowdfunder | 30/12/2022 | £3k | Local Action Fund |
| Crowdfunder | 20/04/2022 | £11k | Local Action Fund |