ASHFORD BME ASSOCIATION
The charity works with individuals and groups from the BAMER and wider commmunity on issues that affect them. The charity aims to promote community cohesion and reduce social isolation.We have volunteering and mentoring opportunities, community events and youth projects and advance social and cultural intergration of disadvantaged BAME, refugee, asylum seekers and migrant communities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a total surplus of £16,048 for the year ended 31 March 2024, with unrestricted funds increasing from £325 to £19,812. The trustees consider the state of affairs to be satisfactory, and the independent examiner reported no material matters requiring attention.
What the accounts disclose
Public-sector contracts awarded
| Buyer | Contract | Awarded | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent County Council | Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) services DPS (SC240025) | — | — |
Trustees
- Guy Alain Kamssuchair
- Gabriet Makanda
- Loreen Chikara
- Wasiu OLUKOYA
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £128k | £112k |
| 31/03/2024 | £128k | £112k |
| 31/03/2023 | £66k | £67k |
| 31/03/2022 | £130k | £126k |
| 31/03/2021 | £90k | £97k |
Common questions
Is ASHFORD BME ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a total surplus of £16,048 for the year ended 31 March 2024, with unrestricted funds increasing from £325 to £19,812. The trustees consider the state of affairs to be satisfactory, and the independent examiner reported no material matters requiring attention. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/03/2024 | £20k | 'Project Unity: Building Bridges Beyond Borders' |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/02/2023 | £10k | Help During Crisis |
| UK government | 17/07/2020 | £35k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| Sport England | 06/08/2019 | £11k | A woman's worth |