KOWETHAS AN YETH KERNEWEK
Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek is an active publisher of materials in Cornish. Organises events to introduce the Cornish language to the public and raise funds. Publishes a monthly magazine in Cornish. Organises an annual residential weekend for all levels of learners from beginners to advanced. Attends public events throughout Cornwall to sell publications and promote the language.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net gain of £28,358 for the year ended 31 October 2024, with total income of £116,049 against expenses of £87,691. The trustees report holding unrestricted reserves of £79,232, which they state is sufficient to allow the CIO to operate for six months in case of a catastrophic loss of income. The charity also notes the closure of its Kowsva facility due to increased costs, shifting to a less expensive storage model.
What the accounts disclose
“Grants - Cornwall Council” — page 12
“To have sufficient money in reserve to allow the CIO to operate for 6 months in case we have a catastrophic loss of income.”
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (27/11/2024)
Trustees
- Prof William Rodney Sheaffchair
- Andrew Timothy Johnson
- Mx Jasmine Cam Andrever-Wright
- Mx Lianne Michelle Wilson
- Shaun McBride
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £164k | £80k |
| 31/10/2024 | £116k | £88k |
| 31/10/2023 | £0 | £0 |
| 31/10/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is KOWETHAS AN YETH KERNEWEK financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net gain of £28,358 for the year ended 31 October 2024, with total income of £116,049 against expenses of £87,691. The trustees report holding unrestricted reserves of £79,232, which they state is sufficient to allow the CIO to operate for six months in case of a catastrophic loss of income. The charity also notes the closure of its Kowsva facility due to increased costs, shifting to a less expensive storage model.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 07/05/2014 | £28k | "Taves an Tir - Cornish Placenames Heritage" |