DISABILITY AWARENESS WITH SPORT
We have a number of disability exercise programmes running in the local community of Sheffield, catering for the long term ill health and disabled, this particularly includes provision for wheelchair bound individuals who want to improve their health. We have structured sessions for Boccia, Curling and Safe Play Sports for younger children.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves of £8,008 significantly exceed the trustees' stated target of £2,000, indicating a strong financial buffer. The charity reported a net receipt of £1,010 for the year, with total funds carried forward of £11,490. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the proper preparation of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees have set target reserves of £2,000.” — page 8
“Shelby Birkby, the daughter of a trustee and key management personnel, receives remuneration from the charity for her work as a sports assistant and instructor. Total remuneration in the period was £nil” — page 13
Trustees
- IAN DAVIESchair
- Angela Susan Brothwell
- DAVID WILLIAM MORRIS
- Ian Barry Thackeray
- LORRAINE TRACEY BIRKBY
- SUE DAVIES
- TRACEY DIANE MORRIS
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £36k | £36k |
| 31/03/2025 | £26k | £27k |
| 31/03/2024 | £26k | £28k |
| 31/03/2023 | £27k | £31k |
| 31/03/2022 | £30k | £30k |
Common questions
Is DISABILITY AWARENESS WITH SPORT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves of £8,008 significantly exceed the trustees' stated target of £2,000, indicating a strong financial buffer. The charity reported a net receipt of £1,010 for the year, with total funds carried forward of £11,490. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the proper preparation of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/05/2026 | £17k | Inclusive Games Within The Community |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 28/02/2019 | £10k | All in this Together! |
| UK government | — | £10k | ALB-Disability Awareness with Sport (DAWS) |