THE TOY PROJECT
The Toy Project rehomes unwanted toys and runs free accessible community events. They work with a range of local provision providing toys, resources and events for children accessing these services. They have a Playroom running free sessions for the community and in holidays run free playschemes inclusive of funded outings. They have a gallery space for local artists to exhibit work affordably and
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total incoming resources were £386,901 against total expenditure of £364,419, resulting in a net income for the period. The charity's unrestricted funds increased from £24,805 to £47,287, reflecting a positive financial position with no disclosed material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
Funders the charity credits
- MONAT UK
Trustees
- FRANCES HOWAT
- JANE GARFIELD BED HONS
- John Nicholson
- TRACY ISMAIL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2024 | £387k | £364k |
| 14/11/2023 | £316k | £359k |
| 14/11/2022 | £266k | £244k |
| 14/11/2021 | £179k | £164k |
| 14/11/2020 | £88k | £77k |
Common questions
Is THE TOY PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total incoming resources were £386,901 against total expenditure of £364,419, resulting in a net income for the period. The charity's unrestricted funds increased from £24,805 to £47,287, reflecting a positive financial position with no disclosed material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE TOY PROJECT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE TOY PROJECT as a grant recipient include CRIPPLEGATE FOUNDATION, Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation UK.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRIPPLEGATE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £5k | Confronting social isolation |
| CRIPPLEGATE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £3k | Islington Giving Disability Grants |
| Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation UK | FY2025 | £2k | smaller grants |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/03/2022 | £10k | COVID Recovery Through Play |
| UK government | 26/08/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 31/08/2018 | £7k | THE BIG ISLINGTON TOY GIVE |