SKIPTON STEP INTO ACTION
Mission statement: With kindness and compassion, we will step into action to mobilise and connect people within Skipton and the surrounding villages. We will offer safe spaces and engaging activities, which demonstrate and celebrate the diverse skills and gifts of every individual. Through collaboration and mutual respect we will become the strongest, happiest and healthiest community we can be
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a deficit of £32,369 for the year, resulting in a reduction of unrestricted reserves to £17,673. Despite the challenging funding environment and increased competition for grants, the trustees report that the charity remains financially stable with cash balances of £101,838.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees aim to maintain unrestricted reserves equivalent to approximately three months of operating costs” — page 5
Trustees
- Edwin Owen Stephen Rothwell
- Joanne Whitehead
- Norman David Squire
- Pamela Anne Lund
- Sarah Seastron
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £185k | £218k |
| 31/08/2024 | £211k | £153k |
| 31/08/2023 | £134k | £111k |
| 31/08/2022 | £104k | £64k |
| 31/08/2021 | £56k | £41k |
Common questions
Is SKIPTON STEP INTO ACTION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a deficit of £32,369 for the year, resulting in a reduction of unrestricted reserves to £17,673. Despite the challenging funding environment and increased competition for grants, the trustees report that the charity remains financially stable with cash balances of £101,838. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SKIPTON STEP INTO ACTION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SKIPTON STEP INTO ACTION as a grant recipient include SKIPTON BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKIPTON BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 05/08/2025 | £6k | Nurturing Growth |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/12/2022 | £10k | Nurturing Growth |