DIG IT COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT
Dig It Community Allotment run regular activity sessions at our allotment site and local outdoor spaces where we welcome people of all ages and abilities. Volunteers can come and learn about food growing, healthy eating, plants and eco garden & site management whilst keeping fit and being part of a friendly, supportive group.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £884 as of 30 November 2024, which is below the trustees' stated policy target of two months of operating costs. The charity reported a net decrease in cash funds of £7,422 during the year, with total income falling to £27,292 from £40,069 in the previous period.
What the accounts disclose
“In 2024 total funds of £27,292 were received, £17,580 represented restricted funds and a further £9,712 in un-restricted income.” — page 4
“The trustees have set a level equivalent to 2 months of operating costs for the organisation as a desired level of reserve.” — page 6
Trustees
- Anna Taylor
- Helen Payne
- Sean Manchip
- Tessa Horner
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2024 | £27k | £35k |
| 30/11/2023 | £40k | £34k |
| 30/11/2022 | £26k | £24k |
| 30/11/2021 | £10k | £14k |
| 30/11/2020 | £12k | £8k |
Common questions
Is DIG IT COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £884 as of 30 November 2024, which is below the trustees' stated policy target of two months of operating costs. The charity reported a net decrease in cash funds of £7,422 during the year, with total income falling to £27,292 from £40,069 in the previous period. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DIG IT COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DIG IT COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT as a grant recipient include THE NINEVEH CHARITABLE TRUST, THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION, THE ANNIE TRANMER CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE NINEVEH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | |
| THE FINNIS SCOTT FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £2k | |
| THE ANNIE TRANMER CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2026 | £1k | |
| THE ANNIE TRANMER CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £500 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/06/2026 | £20k | Dig It Wildlife & Sensory Garden |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/12/2021 | £8k | Dig It Community Allotment |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/09/2021 | £3k | Community Allotment Sessions |