STORIES OF HOPE AND HOME
We run regular sessions for people with lived experience of seeking asylum in the UK, enabling people to explore their stories and experiences, creating community and building a sense of belonging and self-worth.We facilitate encounters to share stories, especially in schools, educating others about the experience of seeking asylum, challenging misconceptions and fostering positive relationships
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £37,135 against total expenditure of £38,982, resulting in a net deficit. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £26,768, which the trustees note includes reserves of three months running costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Includes reserves of three months running costs” — page 16
Trustees
- Ahmed Haji Hassan
- Dr James Oliver Trewby
- Emma Rachel Birks
- Helena Margaret Madden
- Peleforoh Abdallah Abou Bakr
- Tawasol Ibrahim Hamza Abdelsamad
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £37k | £39k |
| 31/03/2024 | £47k | £22k |
| 31/03/2023 | £32k | £17k |
| 31/03/2022 | £8k | £12k |
Common questions
Is STORIES OF HOPE AND HOME financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £37,135 against total expenditure of £38,982, resulting in a net deficit. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £26,768, which the trustees note includes reserves of three months running costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds STORIES OF HOPE AND HOME?
Funders whose own accounts filings name STORIES OF HOPE AND HOME as a grant recipient include THE CENTRE FOR INNOVATION IN VOLUNTARY ACTION, SOCIETY OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS CIO, WESTHILL ENDOWMENT.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CENTRE FOR INNOVATION IN VOLUNTARY ACTION | FY2023 | £15k | General grant |
| SOCIETY OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS CIO | FY2025 | £15k | Grants |
| WESTHILL ENDOWMENT | FY2022 | £5k | Enabling Encounter |
| THE CENTRE FOR INNOVATION IN VOLUNTARY ACTION | FY2024 | £0 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/06/2022 | £10k | Enabling Encounter |