WIGAN AND LEIGH DEAF CHILDREN'S SOCIETY
Wigan and Leigh Deaf Children's Society provides support for deaf children and their families in the Wigan borough and surrounding areas. We provide regular activities for deaf children to make friends, share experiences and build self confidence. We provide a local source of support and advice for parents of newly diagnosed deaf children.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net profit of £12,755.71 for the year ended 30 March 2025, with total income of £32,444.79 against expenditure of £19,689.08. The trustees note that income was skewed by a Lottery award and that adjusting for project splits would result in a near balance or small profit for the period. The bank balance at the end of the period was £27,525.03.
What the accounts disclose
“Fund Raising - £5,620.29” — page 1
Trustees
- Catherine Deborah Sharpe
- Debra Wilson
- Rachel Hamer
- Sara Millin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/03/2025 | £32k | £20k |
| 30/03/2024 | £28k | £33k |
| 30/03/2023 | £17k | £23k |
| 30/03/2022 | £32k | £16k |
| 30/03/2021 | £2k | £5k |
Common questions
Is WIGAN AND LEIGH DEAF CHILDREN'S SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net profit of £12,755.71 for the year ended 30 March 2025, with total income of £32,444.79 against expenditure of £19,689.08. The trustees note that income was skewed by a Lottery award and that adjusting for project splits would result in a near balance or small profit for the period. The bank balance at the end of the period was £27,525.03.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/06/2018 | £10k | WLDCS Building positive relationships |