GROUNDWATER RELIEF
Provide groundwater expertise and services to other organisations developing and managing groundwater resources for the benefit of those living in poverty or who lack access to a safe and affordable water.Support and build the capacity of groundwater professionals
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income exceeded £1 million for the first time, resulting in a surplus and increasing total funds to £293,037. The charity maintains free reserves of £243,531, which is above its stated policy target of up to six months' running costs. The auditor confirmed the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The Charity's policy on reserves is to aim for a reserve equivalent of up to six months running costs.” — page 9
“Mr Andy Bastable, Trustee, was an employee of Oxfam during the year. Whilst Groundwater Relief provided services to Oxfam of £22,514 (2024: 43,894), Andy Bastable had no connection with the work.” — page 29
“Mr Owain Burrows, the Father of Geraint Burrows, CEO, lent the Charity £30,000 in the year to assist cashflow. The loan was interest free, unsecured and had no fixed terms of repayment. The loan was repaid in full in the year.” — page 29
“Mr Andy Bastable, Trustee, was an employee of Oxfam during the year. Whilst Groundwater Relief provided services to Oxfam of £22,514 (2024: 43,894), Andy Bastable had no connection with the work.” — page 29
“Mr Owain Burrows, the Father of Geraint Burrows, CEO, lent the Charity £30,000 in the year to assist cashflow. The loan was interest free, unsecured and had no fixed terms of repayment. The loan was repaid in full in the year.” — page 29
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- Dr KIRSTY UPTON PHD FGS
- Emma Stevenson
- Mark Rosling
- Stephen Poulter
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £1.4m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2024 | £229k | £289k |
| 31/03/2023 | £342k | £349k |
| 31/03/2022 | £261k | £206k |
| 31/03/2021 | £129k | £118k |
Common questions
Is GROUNDWATER RELIEF financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income exceeded £1 million for the first time, resulting in a surplus and increasing total funds to £293,037. The charity maintains free reserves of £243,531, which is above its stated policy target of up to six months' running costs. The auditor confirmed the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Darnells Audit Limited.
Who funds GROUNDWATER RELIEF?
Funders whose own accounts filings name GROUNDWATER RELIEF as a grant recipient include SIR HALLEY STEWART TRUST, THE PETER STEBBINGS MEMORIAL CHARITY, THE TULA TRUST LIMITED.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIR HALLEY STEWART TRUST | FY2024 | £32k | |
| THE PETER STEBBINGS MEMORIAL CHARITY | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE TULA TRUST LIMITED | FY2022 | £2k | |
| THE PETER STEBBINGS MEMORIAL CHARITY | FY2025 | £0 |