SHENSTONE COMMUNITY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
The charity runs a public library on behalf of Staffordshire County Council. It is entirely staffed by volunteers, and includes a coffee shop. There is a regular programme of events for adults and children.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds at year-end were £40,605.71, comprising a current account balance of £1,914.28, a contingency account of £18,581.57, and a savings account of £20,000.00. The charity reported a net surplus of £4,506.29 for the year, with total receipts of £61,190.53 against total payments of £56,684.24.
What the accounts disclose
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- LYNDA STELLA JONESchair
- FRANK WEETMAN
- Hannah Smith
- JEFFREY ROBERT PEACOCK
- Jan Scobie
- Jane Teresa Cotton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £69k | £81k |
| 31/03/2025 | £61k | £57k |
| 31/03/2024 | £55k | £45k |
| 31/03/2023 | £57k | £52k |
| 31/03/2022 | £47k | £74k |
Common questions
Is SHENSTONE COMMUNITY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds at year-end were £40,605.71, comprising a current account balance of £1,914.28, a contingency account of £18,581.57, and a savings account of £20,000.00. The charity reported a net surplus of £4,506.29 for the year, with total receipts of £61,190.53 against total payments of £56,684.24. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Staffs CC.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 23/07/2020 | £9k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/02/2019 | £9k | Your library moves into the 21st century |