HEREFORDSHIRE GROWING POINT
The purpose is the provision of gardening sessions ( led by tutors) as a form of therapy for all age groups in all circumstances. Our beneficiaries enjoy being part of social groups and the opportunity to get involved in growing plants, harvesting produce and exhibiting at our Autumn Show. There are also social events including a BBQ.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £16,649.28 for the year, reducing its total monetary assets from £78,180.69 to £62,752.39. The trustees note that the financial climate is challenging and that the charity relies on charitable trusts and fundraising to provide its services. The charity has no liabilities and holds unrestricted reserves of £62,752.39.
What the accounts disclose
“Charitable Trusts (recorded as ‘Trust grants’). The total sum received was £57,500” — page 13
“Financial Reserves. On 31 May 2025, the cash reserves are held in five separate bank accounts.” — page 13
“The financial climate continues to be very challenging and we are grateful for Amelia’s continued efforts to strengthen our position.” — page 5
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (24/10/2022)
Trustees
- Laura Honechair
- Candida Hopkinson
- Jeanie Falconer
- Laura Mcarthur
- Mary Knight
- Nigel John Morries
- Thomas Pearson
- Virginia Aurora Colquhoun-Gonzalez
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £80k | £95k |
| 31/05/2024 | £84k | £78k |
| 31/05/2023 | £79k | £86k |
Common questions
Is HEREFORDSHIRE GROWING POINT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £16,649.28 for the year, reducing its total monetary assets from £78,180.69 to £62,752.39. The trustees note that the financial climate is challenging and that the charity relies on charitable trusts and fundraising to provide its services. The charity has no liabilities and holds unrestricted reserves of £62,752.39. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds HEREFORDSHIRE GROWING POINT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HEREFORDSHIRE GROWING POINT as a grant recipient include THE JORDAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, THE HAWTHORNE CHARITABLE TRUST, THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF GARDENERS OF LONDON CHARITY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE JORDAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £6k | |
| THE JORDAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £6k | |
| THE JORDAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2021 | £5k | |
| THE JORDAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £5k | |
| THE HAWTHORNE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £4k | Grants to other charitable institutions |
| THE HAWTHORNE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £3k | Grants to other charitable institutions |
| THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF GARDENERS OF LONDON CHARITY | FY2024 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 26/02/2026 | £19k | Rewilding without barriers |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/12/2021 | £9k | Taking our services to isolated people |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/09/2018 | £9k | Work to Meet Client's Needs |