ROMFORD DRUM AND TRUMPET CORPS (R.D.T.C)
The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps is a military style youth band and was established in October 1957 .The band consists of boys and girls aged from ten years upwards. R.D.T.C perform throughout the U.K and worldwide. Our voting members are Parents and Supporters of the band. Headquarters are Taunton Hall, Taunton Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex. RM3 7SU.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £8,431 for the year, with total funds carried forward of £323,458. However, the trustees note that the charity is dependent on local fundraising and ad hoc donations, stating that earned income alone would not allow it to continue operating. They have established a reserves policy to maintain at least 12 months of operating funds to mitigate the risk of income cessation.
What the accounts disclose
“the trustees of RDTC have agreed to keep a level of financial reserves to operate for at least 12 months.” — page 4
“RDTC is currently dependent on local fundraising and ad hoc donations to sustain its activities as earned income alone would not allow RDTC to continue operating. This means that if there was no local fundraising or ad hoc donations it is likely that RDTC would have to cease operating.” — page 4
Trustees
- Jack Jones
- James Ainsworth
- James Marshall
- Jennifer Lane
- Kim Lynn Milsom
- Matthew Alan Cook
- Nicolette Stone-Riley
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £78k | £69k |
| 31/12/2023 | £57k | £62k |
| 31/12/2022 | £69k | £82k |
| 31/12/2021 | £59k | £52k |
| 31/12/2020 | £64k | £47k |
Common questions
Is ROMFORD DRUM AND TRUMPET CORPS (R.D.T.C) financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £8,431 for the year, with total funds carried forward of £323,458. However, the trustees note that the charity is dependent on local fundraising and ad hoc donations, stating that earned income alone would not allow it to continue operating. They have established a reserves policy to maintain at least 12 months of operating funds to mitigate the risk of income cessation. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/11/2009 | £50k | Give the Band a Home |