THE LIZ AND JACK DANIEL FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted funds of £11,259,941, which significantly exceeds its stated reserves policy target of three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure. The charity reported a net income increase of £399,434 for the year, driven by gains on investment assets, while maintaining a strong cash position and no restricted funds.
What the accounts disclose
“one employee received emoluments in the range of £80,001 to £90,000” — page 23
“During the year, two employees received emoluments (excluding employer pension contributions) in excess of £60,000.” — page 23
“The trustees aim to maintain free reserves at a level which equates to approximately three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure.” — page 6
“Milo Popperwell received remuneration of £70,862 (2023: £60,000) during the year. Remuneration was provided in relation to services provided to the charity.” — page 23
Year-over-year changes
- Top pay band moved from £50,001 - £60,000 (FY2023) to £80,001 - £90,000 (FY2024).
- Employees paid over £60,000: 0 (FY2023) → 2 (FY2024).
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2022)
Trustees
- Mark Robert Youngchair
- ANDREW SAGE
- Jonathan Roderick Beecher
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £491k | £589k |
| 31/12/2023 | £386k | £443k |
| 31/12/2022 | £834k | £446k |
| 31/12/2021 | £11.6m | £296k |
Common questions
Is THE LIZ AND JACK DANIEL FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted funds of £11,259,941, which significantly exceeds its stated reserves policy target of three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure. The charity reported a net income increase of £399,434 for the year, driven by gains on investment assets, while maintaining a strong cash position and no restricted funds. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by ML Audit LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE LIZ AND JACK DANIEL FOUNDATION earn?
Per its FY2024 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £80,001 - £90,000 band, and 2 employees earned over £60,000.