THE HELEN MARGARET OWEN FOUNDATION
The Helen Margaret Owen Foundation is actively involved in the education of the children attending Kirinya Children's Centre Nursery and Primary School in Uganda through the provision of funds for education, feeding, and housing for the orphans and teachers, and ongoing relied of poverty.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total income of approximately £27,000 was insufficient to meet the school's annual costs of approximately £45,000, resulting in a funding gap. The trustees report that the charity has very little money in the account but notes positive signs for the future. The charity relies heavily on monthly sponsors and fundraising events to cover operational expenses.
What the accounts disclose
“The actual available income are the values shown as Fundraising Events, monthly donations and other donations. This amounts to just over £27,000” — page 4
“Although finances are such that we have very little in the charity account, there is much to celebrate and there are very positive signs for 2025.” — page 2
Trustees
- Helen Margaret Owenchair
- DAVID EADON
- Lindsay Jane Webb BSc
- Susan Jillian Spibey
- Suzannah Newton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2024 | £56k | £55k |
| 31/10/2023 | £26k | £43k |
| 31/10/2022 | £72k | £50k |
Common questions
Is THE HELEN MARGARET OWEN FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total income of approximately £27,000 was insufficient to meet the school's annual costs of approximately £45,000, resulting in a funding gap. The trustees report that the charity has very little money in the account but notes positive signs for the future. The charity relies heavily on monthly sponsors and fundraising events to cover operational expenses.