HEARTBEAT TRUST UK
To improve the survival rate from catastrophic health events within the community throughout the UK, specifically:1. Out of hospital cardiac arrests; and2. Traumatic bleeds arising from various causes including, work/road accidents, impalement, stabbings, etc.To achieve this, we seek strategic placement of medical equipment within the community and greater public awareness and training.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £115,812, which is above its stated policy target of at least £50,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity generated a small surplus of £818 from total income of £237,790 against total expenditure of £236,972.
What the accounts disclose
“As a matter of policy, the Charity seeks to hold a reserve of at least £50,000” — page 4
“During the year, one trustee was renumerated for services totalling £12,000.” — page 16
“During the period, the charity purchased goods and services amounting to £9,723 (2023: £8,243) from Reverb Marketing & Communications Limited, a company controlled by S Tucker, trustee. The trustees have complied with the Charities Act in relation to the purchase of goods and services from a connected entity.” — page 19
Trustees
- Henry Gilbertchair
- DR RONALD BRYN JOHN DR
- Malcolm McDermott
- Melanie James
- Peter Harris
- Peter Karl Hewston
- Professor Keith Lloyd
- Simon Tucker
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £238k | £237k |
| 31/12/2023 | £255k | £236k |
| 31/12/2022 | £295k | £297k |
| 31/12/2021 | £230k | £131k |
| 31/12/2020 | £22k | £17k |
Common questions
Is HEARTBEAT TRUST UK financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £115,812, which is above its stated policy target of at least £50,000. Per the trustees' report, the charity generated a small surplus of £818 from total income of £237,790 against total expenditure of £236,972. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.