THE SHEFFIELD FIRTH ALMSHOUSES
A select development of 32 modern one-bed homes for eligible elderly people operating on an incorporated basis, having been founded in 1869. The trust operates an equal opportunities policy. A resident warden oversees the welfare of residents and provides services that help residents enjoy their freedom and independence within a comfortable and secure environment and offering social activity.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves increased to £46,849, while total net assets stood at £1,529,480, largely driven by fixed asset investments valued at £1,431,563. The trustees consider the charity financially resilient due to adequate investments and surplus income from resident maintenance payments, with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Residents contributions 163,309” — page 14
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (24/11/2014)
Trustees
- MARIE LOUISE SHIELDchair
- Alan Jeffrey CARD
- Barbara Ruth DOYLE
- Catherine Bailey
- David Lake
- John Graeme Beck
- PATRICIA NOLLENT
- Patricia Jane Holmes
- Richard Peter Lomas
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £221k | £152k |
| 31/12/2024 | £208k | £158k |
| 31/12/2023 | £197k | £175k |
| 31/12/2022 | £192k | £180k |
| 31/12/2021 | £186k | £109k |
Common questions
Is THE SHEFFIELD FIRTH ALMSHOUSES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves increased to £46,849, while total net assets stood at £1,529,480, largely driven by fixed asset investments valued at £1,431,563. The trustees consider the charity financially resilient due to adequate investments and surplus income from resident maintenance payments, with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.