SAMARITANS CHELTENHAM AND DISTRICT
To support people in Cheltenham, and elsewhere, who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those who may be at risk of suicide, in order to improve their emotional health and to reduce the incidence of suicide. To promote better understanding in society of suicidal behaviour and the value of expressing feelings which may otherwise lead to suicide or impaired emotional health.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £82,266 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds. The trustees note that total unrestricted reserves are slightly below the stated policy target of three years' operating expenses, having previously built up reserves to cover a major roof replacement project.
What the accounts disclose
“The total unrestricted reserves are slightly below the policy target” — page 5
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Dr Susan Honeywillchair
- Anthony Millard
- JULIET KILTY
- John David Clarke
- Jonathan Cutler
- Leigh Richard Norwood
- Nicola Boyd
- Sally Ryder-Taylor
- Stephen Clark
- Toni Lisa Hardie
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £75k | £52k |
| 31/03/2025 | £65k | £147k |
| 31/03/2024 | £88k | £75k |
| 31/03/2023 | £138k | £63k |
| 31/03/2022 | £88k | £101k |
Common questions
Is SAMARITANS CHELTENHAM AND DISTRICT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £82,266 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in total funds. The trustees note that total unrestricted reserves are slightly below the stated policy target of three years' operating expenses, having previously built up reserves to cover a major roof replacement project. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SAMARITANS CHELTENHAM AND DISTRICT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SAMARITANS CHELTENHAM AND DISTRICT as a grant recipient include THE GORDON GRAY TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE GORDON GRAY TRUST | FY2025 | £3k | |
| THE GORDON GRAY TRUST | FY2023 | £2k | |
| THE GORDON GRAY TRUST | FY2022 | £2k |