HWLincs
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £173,100 against a policy target of six months' expenditure, which the trustees describe as similar to the previous year. The charity reported a net expenditure of £5,283 for the year, with total income of £372,239, primarily derived from statutory grants. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention to suggest the financial statements were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards.
What the accounts disclose
“We strive to ensure unrestricted funds are maintained at a level of no less than six months expenditure and shut down costs.” — page 44
“HWL Services Limited was a wholly owned subsidiary of HWLincs. HWL Services Limited was dissolved on 11 February 2025.” — page 59
Trustees
- Michele Dugganchair
- Dr Maria Prior
- Elizabeth Ball
- Emily-Jane Ward
- Marina McEwan
- Sue Jago
- Tim Staniland
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £372k | £378k |
| 31/03/2024 | £377k | £459k |
| 31/03/2023 | £403k | £450k |
| 31/03/2022 | £443k | £390k |
| 31/03/2021 | £354k | £349k |
Common questions
Is HWLincs financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £173,100 against a policy target of six months' expenditure, which the trustees describe as similar to the previous year. The charity reported a net expenditure of £5,283 for the year, with total income of £372,239, primarily derived from statutory grants. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention to suggest the financial statements were not prepared in accordance with applicable standards. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 25/03/2025 | £15k | Armed Forces Charities (Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust) FY24/25 |