JUSTIFI UK
Latest income
£1.6m
Latest spending
£1.7m
Registered
2015
Accounts read
FY2025
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £69,543 for the year ended 28 February 2025, primarily due to the timing of programme receipts and payments. Despite this, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern for the next twelve months. Unrestricted funds decreased to £21,435, with immediately available cash balances of £69,748.
What the accounts disclose
Highest-paid employee band: £80,001 - £90,000 — above the median for charities its size (£70k)
“One employee received a salary between £60,000 and £70,000, and another employee received a salary between £80,000 and £90,00.” — page 17
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Employees paid over £60,000: 2
“During the year, there were five employees. One employee received a salary between £60,000 and £70,000, and another employee received a salary between £80,000 and £90,00.” — page 17
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Reserves policy: unrestricted funds excluding intangible assets (held: £21k)
“The trustees define reserves as unrestricted funds excluding intangible assets, providing a financial buffer that enables the organisation to manage unforeseen circumstances, maintain staffing continuity, and safeguard the delivery of core charitable activities.” — page 4
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: The American Friends of Justifi located in USA is a related charity, and it supports the activities of the UK charity by making donations to fund some operational costs. The total amount donated in the year was £1,052,484 (2024: £1,044,412).
“The American Friends of Justifi located in USA is a related charity, and it supports the activities of the UK charity by making donations to fund some operational costs. The total amount donated in the year was £1,052,484 (2024: £1,044,412). There were no other transactions with The American Friends of Justifi during the year.” — page 21
“During the year the charity made payments totaling £44,551 to a grandson of one of the Trustees in consulting and fundraising fees. The transactions were conducted at arm’s length.” — page 21
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Payments totaling £44,551 to a grandson of one of the Trustees in consulting and fundraising fees.
“The American Friends of Justifi located in USA is a related charity, and it supports the activities of the UK charity by making donations to fund some operational costs. The total amount donated in the year was £1,052,484 (2024: £1,044,412). There were no other transactions with The American Friends of Justifi during the year.” — page 21
“During the year the charity made payments totaling £44,551 to a grandson of one of the Trustees in consulting and fundraising fees. The transactions were conducted at arm’s length.” — page 21
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Related-party transaction: Creditors: Amounts falling due after one year constitutes amounts owed to Mr J. Cowland, the chief executive officer. This is an interest free loan with the intent to begin repayment in 2028.
“The American Friends of Justifi located in USA is a related charity, and it supports the activities of the UK charity by making donations to fund some operational costs. The total amount donated in the year was £1,052,484 (2024: £1,044,412). There were no other transactions with The American Friends of Justifi during the year.” — page 21
“During the year the charity made payments totaling £44,551 to a grandson of one of the Trustees in consulting and fundraising fees. The transactions were conducted at arm’s length.” — page 21
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 28/02/2025)
Total income
£1.6m
Total spending
£1.7m
Cost of raising funds
£90k
Reserves (reported)
£20k
Employees
5
Trustees
- JULIAN FRASERchair
- DAVID COWLAND
- JANE COWLAND
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 28/02/2025 | £1.6m | £1.7m |
| 29/02/2024 | £1.4m | £1.3m |
| 28/02/2023 | £781k | £802k |
| 28/02/2022 | £257k | £238k |
| 28/02/2021 | £67k | £86k |
Common questions
Is JUSTIFI UK financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £69,543 for the year ended 28 February 2025, primarily due to the timing of programme receipts and payments. Despite this, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue as a going concern for the next twelve months. Unrestricted funds decreased to £21,435, with immediately available cash balances of £69,748. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Landau Morley LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of JUSTIFI UK earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £80,001 - £90,000 band, and 2 employees earned over £60,000.