THE DORCAS DRESS PROJECT
The object of the CIO is the relief of financial hardship anywhere in the world by providing sewing equipment, training and support to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be self-sufficient and to do so using Christian values and for the public benefit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total assets increased by 54% to £41,620, driven by grants and dress sales. The charity reports a strong financial position that allowed for increased staff hours and expansion, with reserves held above the stated policy target throughout the year.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Gabrielle Louise North
- Helen Barbara Jacobs
- Josephine Mary Elms
- Kojo Keigya Amoasi
- Nana Boakye
- Nancy Candlin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £45k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £26k | £14k |
| 31/03/2023 | £10k | £11k |
| 31/03/2022 | £16k | £18k |
| 31/03/2021 | £13k | £6k |
Common questions
Is THE DORCAS DRESS PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total assets increased by 54% to £41,620, driven by grants and dress sales. The charity reports a strong financial position that allowed for increased staff hours and expansion, with reserves held above the stated policy target throughout the year.
Who funds THE DORCAS DRESS PROJECT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE DORCAS DRESS PROJECT as a grant recipient include THE CARMELA & RONNIE PIGNATELLI FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CARMELA & RONNIE PIGNATELLI FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £3k | |
| THE CARMELA & RONNIE PIGNATELLI FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/12/2025 | £20k | Sewing sessions for all! |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/10/2024 | £17k | Make; Do & Mend - Mobile Sewing Hubs |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/04/2023 | £6k | Welcoming Asylum Seekers in our village with dressmaking |
| Crowdfunder | 05/05/2022 | £6k | Local Action Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/11/2020 | £10k | Virtual Support and Learning Hubs |