BLACKDOG OUTDOORS
We provide outdoor recreational activities (walking, paddling, and climbing) that are free to attend by those affected by poor mental health. The aim of these events is to promote improved wellbeing through a reconnection with nature. All of our events are delivered by qualified outdoor professionals and supported by mental health first aid trained volunteers.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of £6,377 for the year, reducing its total funds from £40,516 to £34,139. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern and that it has sufficient funding to cover activities in the next financial year.
What the accounts disclose
Funders the charity credits
- Clare Allan Art
- Youth Hostel Association
- Carrington Coffee Co
- Ellis Brigham
- Ordnance Survey
- Osprey
- The Outdoor Guide
- Mountaineering Scotland
- British Mountaineering Council
- Mountain Training Association
- C/A/M
- British Canoeing
- Canoe Wales
- Open Canoe Association
- Mountains for the Mind
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (24/11/2022)
Trustees
- Adam Thistlethwaite
- Lynn Robinson
- Richard Anthony Bailey
- Scott Austin Robertson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £7k | £17k |
| 31/12/2024 | £35k | £42k |
| 31/12/2023 | £43k | £42k |
| 31/12/2022 | £48k | £36k |
| 31/03/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is BLACKDOG OUTDOORS financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net outgoing of £6,377 for the year, reducing its total funds from £40,516 to £34,139. The trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern and that it has sufficient funding to cover activities in the next financial year. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BLACKDOG OUTDOORS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BLACKDOG OUTDOORS as a grant recipient include MICHAEL GUEST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL GUEST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £5k | Mental health well being, care and support |
| MICHAEL GUEST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £1k | Mental health well being, care and support |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 06/02/2024 | £10k | Community Support |