FALMOUTH & EXETER STUDENTS' UNION
Promoting the interests and welfare of it's Students and representing, supporting and advising Students; Being the recognised representative channel between Students and the universities and other external bodies; Providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its Students.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £28,828 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total income of £940,574 against total costs of £911,746. Per the trustees' report, free unrestricted reserves stood at £449,734, which meets the stated policy target of three months' running costs. The trustees confirmed adequate resources for the foreseeable future, noting that grant income for the following year has been confirmed by both universities.
What the accounts disclose
“Grant income of £899,810 was generated by the block grant to fund the charitable activities of the SU, with a grant of £500,000 from Falmouth University and £399,810 from the University of Exeter.” — page 11
“The SU trustees have set a reserves policy where reserves are built and maintained at a level which ensures that three months of organisation's core activity could continue during a period of unforeseen difficulty.” — page 11
“During the year Falmouth University (Falmouth) provided total block grant funding of £500,000 (2024: £500,000). In addition, other expenses of £6,421 (2024: £10,099) were charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £6,825 (2024: £6,934) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus provided total block grant funding of £398,010 (2024: £377,740). During the year an amount of £400 (2024: £Nil) was charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £12,889 (2024: £7,634) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year Falmouth University (Falmouth) provided total block grant funding of £500,000 (2024: £500,000). In addition, other expenses of £6,421 (2024: £10,099) were charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £6,825 (2024: £6,934) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus provided total block grant funding of £398,010 (2024: £377,740). During the year an amount of £400 (2024: £Nil) was charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £12,889 (2024: £7,634) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year Falmouth University (Falmouth) provided total block grant funding of £500,000 (2024: £500,000). In addition, other expenses of £6,421 (2024: £10,099) were charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £6,825 (2024: £6,934) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus provided total block grant funding of £398,010 (2024: £377,740). During the year an amount of £400 (2024: £Nil) was charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £12,889 (2024: £7,634) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year Falmouth University (Falmouth) provided total block grant funding of £500,000 (2024: £500,000). In addition, other expenses of £6,421 (2024: £10,099) were charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £6,825 (2024: £6,934) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
“During the year University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus provided total block grant funding of £398,010 (2024: £377,740). During the year an amount of £400 (2024: £Nil) was charged to Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union and £12,889 (2024: £7,634) was charged by Falmouth & Exeter Students' Union.” — page 39
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (05/10/2022)
Trustees
- Tobias Giles Hawkinschair
- Charlotte Daisy Kent
- Charlotte Rose Reynolds
- Jasmine Marie Taylor
- Kevin Ivor Werry
- Martha-Daisy Minnett
- Miriam Binsztok
- Natalie Elisa Barbara Martini
- Philip James Howard
- Poppy Louise Chapman
- Rhys William James Benny Wallis
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £941k | £912k |
| 31/07/2024 | £912k | £887k |
| 31/07/2023 | £1.0m | £954k |
| 31/07/2022 | £1.3m | £876k |
| 31/07/2021 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is FALMOUTH & EXETER STUDENTS' UNION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £28,828 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total income of £940,574 against total costs of £911,746. Per the trustees' report, free unrestricted reserves stood at £449,734, which meets the stated policy target of three months' running costs. The trustees confirmed adequate resources for the foreseeable future, noting that grant income for the following year has been confirmed by both universities. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Griffin.