BRIGHTON FIVE DEANS U3A
Our U3A is a self-help organisation for older people providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment. Members share their skills and life experiences in a wide range of mental, physical and social activities.There is a wide range of interest groups that meet regularly, often in each other?shomes, and a monthly meeting with a speaker.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves stood at £5,700, which the trustees describe as meeting their target of £5,400 for non-group activities. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £3,458 for the year, driven by a 100% increase in group income, although central costs continue to be impacted by inflation. The trustees remain cautiously optimistic about maintaining current membership fees despite potential economic turbulence.
What the accounts disclose
“A conservative budget for next year indicates we are at our reserve target of £5400 for nongroup activities.” — page 3
Trustees
- ANNE BICKMORE
- Ann Titheradge
- Christopher John Watson
- Linda Fisher
- Linda Jane Bushell
- Mary Peatfield
- Rosalind Margaret Cambell Halls
- Susan Elizabeth Nicholls
- Willlam Mcnaught
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £27k | £23k |
| 31/03/2024 | £16k | £15k |
| 31/03/2023 | £8k | £8k |
| 31/03/2022 | £9k | £7k |
| 31/03/2021 | £3k | £5k |
Common questions
Is BRIGHTON FIVE DEANS U3A financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves stood at £5,700, which the trustees describe as meeting their target of £5,400 for non-group activities. The charity reported a net movement in funds of £3,458 for the year, driven by a 100% increase in group income, although central costs continue to be impacted by inflation. The trustees remain cautiously optimistic about maintaining current membership fees despite potential economic turbulence. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.