PIP PARENTS INFORMATION PORTAL
Promoting improvements in care for people who are affected by Poland Syndrome- Undertaking research into effects of Poland Syndrome and disseminating the useful results thereof- Increasing awareness of Poland Syndrome amongst health professionals and the general public- The provision of free advice and assistance to persons effected by Poland Syndrome and their families
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total net assets decreased from £18,825 to £15,636 due to a net expenditure of £3,189 against income of £37,525. The trustees report having sufficient funds to support planned projects and running costs, while noting plans to diversify fundraising efforts.
What the accounts disclose
“The policy is designed to set out the process of determining the appropriate level of reserves that PIP-UK is required to hold to meet its requirements; while ensuring we are meeting the needs of our service users as best as possible. This means ensuring we can meet our basic running costs, periods of funding and other uncertainty, while ensuring money is available to allow us to meet our charitable aims.” — page 2
Trustees
- Nicholas Spicerchair
- Guy Dolman
- Josh Spiegel
- Matthew Walton
- Samantha Hopps
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £38k | £41k |
| 31/03/2024 | £61k | £51k |
| 31/03/2023 | £44k | £48k |
| 31/03/2022 | £31k | £36k |
| 31/03/2021 | £24k | £5k |
Common questions
Is PIP PARENTS INFORMATION PORTAL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total net assets decreased from £18,825 to £15,636 due to a net expenditure of £3,189 against income of £37,525. The trustees report having sufficient funds to support planned projects and running costs, while noting plans to diversify fundraising efforts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 12/01/2024 | £20k | Poland Syndrome Regional Coordinators |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/08/2022 | £10k | Stepping Up |