GROW
Grow works with vulnerable and disadvantaged young people who face barriers when seeking employment. Our approach focuses on the soft skills that are a key ingredient to thriving at work, such as working well with others, handling conflict and managing personal motivation. Grow runs programmes that combine coaching with nature based activity.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a surplus of £87,826 for the year, strengthening its financial stability. Unrestricted reserves increased to £61,314, which the trustees consider an important improvement in financial resilience. The trustees remain cautiously optimistic about the future, citing a stronger funding position and continued support from trusts and foundations.
What the accounts disclose
“Grow |i sali eas a eeghin of between £60,000-£150,000. These figures represent a minimum of 3 months icine thet aa en (at maximum) enough funding”
Funders the charity credits
- Ashworth Trust
Trustees
- Anna Louise Mynott
- George Foster
- Miriam Catherine Hales
- Pedram Owladi
- Rachel Marie Dale
- Sam Prosser
- Thomas Henderson - Reay
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £367k | £279k |
| 31/12/2024 | £336k | £367k |
| 31/12/2023 | £380k | £350k |
| 31/12/2022 | £244k | £254k |
| 31/12/2021 | £172k | £170k |
Common questions
Is GROW financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a surplus of £87,826 for the year, strengthening its financial stability. Unrestricted reserves increased to £61,314, which the trustees consider an important improvement in financial resilience. The trustees remain cautiously optimistic about the future, citing a stronger funding position and continued support from trusts and foundations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds GROW?
Funders whose own accounts filings name GROW as a grant recipient include IMAGINE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMAGINE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £36k | Supporting Disadvantaged Young People |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/01/2024 | £20k | Co- Produced Trainee Hub |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/07/2019 | £10k | Grow |