SUNFLOWER HOUSE
Sunflower House is a community building that is all about building community making links and helping people going through a tough time. We offer community programmes that improve the town, support the vulnerable or homeless, and partner with like-minded organisations in the Folkestone area.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year in a healthy financial position with total funds of £70,784, a decrease from the previous year's £80,431. The trustees report a positive perspective on the charity's core purpose and increasing community engagement despite ending the 'Town Sprucer' project. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations.
What the accounts disclose
“No employees received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting period of more than £60,000.” — page 15
“Mr J O'Connor provided an interest free loan in 2024 to help purchase the town sprucer van. The balance owing as at 30th September 2025 was £1,250 (2024 - £3,000)” — page 17
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (05/08/2022)
Trustees
- Connor McConville
- John David Freye Cheriton
- Jon O'Connor
- Steven Bishopp
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £62k | £71k |
| 30/09/2024 | £89k | £67k |
| 30/09/2023 | £66k | £56k |
| 30/09/2022 | £69k | £51k |
| 30/09/2021 | £33k | £32k |
Common questions
Is SUNFLOWER HOUSE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year in a healthy financial position with total funds of £70,784, a decrease from the previous year's £80,431. The trustees report a positive perspective on the charity's core purpose and increasing community engagement despite ending the 'Town Sprucer' project. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of SUNFLOWER HOUSE earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the Under £60,000 band.
Who funds SUNFLOWER HOUSE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SUNFLOWER HOUSE as a grant recipient include THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST, THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £10k | Community Development |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £10k | |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £10k | Community Development |
| THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £5k | Unrestricted |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £1k | Community Development |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/12/2025 | £20k | The Community Shop |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/03/2020 | £98k | Folkestone Town Sprucer |