THE NOEL SWEENEY FOUNDATION
The principal activities are to hold the capital and income of the trust fund upon trust to apply the income, and all such part(s) of the capital for the benefit of such exclusively charitable objects and purposes as the Trustees may in their discretion think fit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing resource of £68,590 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £115,610 to £47,020. The trustees maintain reserves at a sufficient level to meet management costs and charitable grants, though the current unrestricted balance is lower than the previous year. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year the charity received a donation of £65,000 (2024: £85,000) from Tara Developments Limited, a company in which the trustees, J R A Crabtree and J E Caudle are also directors.” — page 11
“The Trust maintains its reserves at a sufficient level for it to meet the management administration and support costs and for the making of charitable grants. The Trustees will ensure that the level maintained is sufficient for the Trust's current needs and any funds not immediately required will then be invested in accordance with the Trustees’ investment powers should a suitable opportunity occur.” — page 3
“During the year the charity received a donation of £65,000 (2024: £85,000) from Tara Developments Limited, a company in which the trustees, J R A Crabtree and J E Caudle are also directors.” — page 11
“During the year the charity received a donation of £Nil (2024: £50,000) from Cameron Homes Limited, a company in which the trustees, M D Holder and P J Morrissey are also directors.” — page 11
“During the year the charity received a donation of £65,000 (2024: £85,000) from Tara Developments Limited, a company in which the trustees, J R A Crabtree and J E Caudle are also directors.” — page 11
“During the year the charity received a donation of £Nil (2024: £50,000) from Cameron Homes Limited, a company in which the trustees, M D Holder and P J Morrissey are also directors.” — page 11
Trustees
- Charmaine Mary Sweeney
- John Rawcliffe Airey Crabtree
- Julie Elizabeth Caudle
- Michael David Holder
- Paul John Morrissey
- Sinead Blaithnaid Rose
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £304k | £373k |
| 31/12/2024 | £210k | £342k |
| 31/12/2023 | £267k | £252k |
| 31/12/2022 | £250k | £68k |
| 31/12/2021 | £125k | £73k |
Common questions
Is THE NOEL SWEENEY FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing resource of £68,590 for the year ended 31 December 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £115,610 to £47,020. The trustees maintain reserves at a sufficient level to meet management costs and charitable grants, though the current unrestricted balance is lower than the previous year. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cause concern regarding the accounts or accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE NOEL SWEENEY FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE NOEL SWEENEY FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include SUICIDE & CO.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUICIDE & CO | FY2024 | £3k | Counselling (West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire) |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| DILLHAVEN LIMITED | 1 | £92k |
| VENDQUOT LIMITED | 1 | £22k |
| J & J CHARITABLE TRUST LIMITED | 1 | £17k |
| KTRUST LIMITED | 1 | £12k |
| THE STORZ CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £9k |
| THE ESFANDI CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | 1 | £0 |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE NOEL SWEENEY FOUNDATION | £304k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| T & S TRUST FUND | £334k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE E C SOSNOW CHARITABLE TRUST | £115k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE ABDALLA FOUNDATION | £220k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| BRAMPTON CHARITABLE TRUST | £101k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE STRATTON NO2 CHARITABLE FUND | £108k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |