SAMARITANS OF PRESTON AND DISTRICT
To work for the assistance of persons who are suicidal, despairing or in distress by providing a service primarily intended for the benefit of persons in Preston and the surrounding area (but without specific limitation as to area) to enable such persons to receive immediate help, compassion and befriending from members of the Charity.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds £81,691 in unrestricted general funds, which the Trustees consider sufficient to meet their policy of maintaining 12 months of running costs. The charity reported a net outgoing of resources for the year, largely driven by refurbishment costs for its new premises, but maintains a positive net asset position of £308,858.
What the accounts disclose
“None of the Trustees received any emoluments during the year.” — page 14
“The Branch seeks to maintain a minimum liquid reserve of 12 months running costs.” — page 8
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Michelle Ashtonchair
- Dr MARTIN JOHN WHEATMAN
- Grant Walker
- Jane Bleasdale
- Janet Susan Anderson
- Kim Wood
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £39k | £85k |
| 31/03/2024 | £136k | £16k |
| 31/03/2023 | £44k | £70k |
| 31/03/2022 | £127k | £47k |
| 31/03/2021 | £50k | £42k |
Common questions
Is SAMARITANS OF PRESTON AND DISTRICT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds £81,691 in unrestricted general funds, which the Trustees consider sufficient to meet their policy of maintaining 12 months of running costs. The charity reported a net outgoing of resources for the year, largely driven by refurbishment costs for its new premises, but maintains a positive net asset position of £308,858. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.