THE ADVENTURE DOLPHIN (PANGBOURNE) CHARITY
The Charity organises and promotes a programme of outdoor and adventurous activities in Pangbourne and the surrounding area. This programme is for individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age , infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances or for the public at large in the interests of social welfare.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a cash deficit of £14,439 for the year, although an accrual-based review indicated a small surplus of £900. The trustees remain concerned about previous significant losses and are implementing initiatives to increase income while waiting for a signed lease and resolution of building repair responsibilities with the local council.
What the accounts disclose
“The end-of-year accounts show a deficit of £14,439, as we forecast last year. This comprised £13,000 for new kayaks and £4,000 for utility costs.”
“Reserves: The trustees have set a target of one year’s operating costs to maintain the building's operation. Based on estimated building costs (unknown to the charity) and charity activity costs, this is set at £100,000.” — page 4
“The Trustees remain deeply concerned about the significant loss reported in FY22-23 and are implementing several initiatives to increase income.”
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (02/06/2014)
Trustees
- Kevin Paychair
- Alan Brown
- Andrew Pincock
- Chris Whitehead
- Donald Terence Fisher-Jeffes
- Edward Robert Syfret
- Jemma Eve Bailey
- Kevin Clement Dennis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £100k | £115k |
| 31/03/2024 | £94k | £107k |
| 31/03/2023 | £69k | £67k |
| 31/03/2022 | £53k | £52k |
| 05/04/2021 | £37k | £21k |
Common questions
Is THE ADVENTURE DOLPHIN (PANGBOURNE) CHARITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a cash deficit of £14,439 for the year, although an accrual-based review indicated a small surplus of £900. The trustees remain concerned about previous significant losses and are implementing initiatives to increase income while waiting for a signed lease and resolution of building repair responsibilities with the local council.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 25/06/2020 | £6k | COVID-19 CEF |