VISUALLY IMPAIRED SAILING ASSOCIATION
The Visually Impaired sailing Association is run by blind and partially sighted sailing enthusiasts to help others to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Our aim is to empower, motivate and encourage both blind and visually impaired people to join a team sailing yachts, chance to enjoy getting stuck in and be involved in something that is great fun and has significant benefits for wellbeing.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total incoming resources were £26,051.33 against expenditure of £23,930.36, resulting in a surplus for the year. Net current assets increased to £32,424.44, with cash at bank and in hand standing at £37,749.28. The trustees declare that the charity does not intend to hold large reserves but enough to plan and announce events in advance.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations of £12,009.33 and Sailing Payments of £14,042.00.” — page 3
“The Charity is a non-profit making organisation and does not intend to hold large reserves but enough to be able to plan and announce in advance a number of events every year.” — page 3
“The main donations and grants were from Steven Sims - brother of the late Keith (Lofty) Sims who was a founding member and former Trustee of Visa-gb (£3000)”
Trustees
- Anilkumar Kananichair
- Adrian Higginbotham
- Alan Mckee
- Deirdre Jane Jones
- Simon David Maycock
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £26k | £24k |
| 31/03/2024 | £34k | £22k |
| 31/03/2023 | £25k | £20k |
| 31/03/2022 | £20k | £23k |
| 31/03/2021 | £11k | £7k |
Common questions
Is VISUALLY IMPAIRED SAILING ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total incoming resources were £26,051.33 against expenditure of £23,930.36, resulting in a surplus for the year. Net current assets increased to £32,424.44, with cash at bank and in hand standing at £37,749.28. The trustees declare that the charity does not intend to hold large reserves but enough to plan and announce events in advance. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds VISUALLY IMPAIRED SAILING ASSOCIATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name VISUALLY IMPAIRED SAILING ASSOCIATION as a grant recipient include King Charles III Charitable Fund.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Charles III Charitable Fund | FY2025 | — | Small grant contribution for inclusive sailing week in the Firth of Clyde. |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/01/2022 | £6k | Blind Sailing Week |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/12/2019 | £10k | Blind Week |