OUTSIDE-IN CUMBRIA
Registered charity 1182347 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register
Create safe, community space for all to connect and play - accessible to all families, carers and children who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances in the interests of social welfare and with the object of improving their conditions of life, by the provision of such play facilities.
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £12,295 for the year ended 31 January 2025, resulting in total funds of £48,175. The trustees note that the financial period was a significant challenge due to rising costs, and the charity reached a crisis point in August 2024 due to an unexpected VAT bill. However, the trustees confirm that going concern is supported by a new lease agreement and additional funding secured through increased promotion.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: approximately £30k (held: £48k)
“Based on advice from our business advisor, we intend to build up reserves of approximately £30k to cover wage and rental in the event we must close.” — page 4
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Going concern: noted by the trustees or auditor
“Our landlords have agreed to a new 3-year lease with no rent increase for at least the first year. This has provided a good level of reassurance, but we will need to factor future increases into our business plan.” — page 5
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 5 of 6 completeness components.
Public fundraising profile: JustGiving — Outside In Cumbria (matched by registered charity number).
Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Cumbria
Income and spending
Common questions
Is OUTSIDE-IN CUMBRIA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £12,295 for the year ended 31 January 2025, resulting in total funds of £48,175. The trustees note that the financial period was a significant challenge due to rising costs, and the charity reached a crisis point in August 2024 due to an unexpected VAT bill. However, the trustees confirm that going concern is supported by a new lease agreement and additional funding secured through increased promotion. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds OUTSIDE-IN CUMBRIA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name OUTSIDE-IN CUMBRIA as a grant recipient include FRANCIS C SCOTT CHARITABLE TRUST.
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