RBKARES
RBKares connects kindness and generosity in the Kingston community with vulnerable people and key-workers. We focus on providing support to NHS staff, care homes and other vulnerable groups eg: refugees and the homeless. We use the community's sewing and crafting skills to make items to support people in our community, run sewing workshops and wellbeing days empowering people to help themselves.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that RBKares ended the financial year with a surplus, resulting in total net assets of £23,099. The charity remains fully volunteer-run and reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Dr Beatrix Kate Margot Kenyonchair
- Jane Watson
- Khanda Qader Abubaker
- Miranda Gibson
- Philippa Coe
- Tessa Claire Green
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £39k | £28k |
| 31/10/2024 | £34k | £37k |
| 31/10/2023 | £33k | £19k |
| 31/10/2022 | £21k | £14k |
Common questions
Is RBKARES financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that RBKares ended the financial year with a surplus, resulting in total net assets of £23,099. The charity remains fully volunteer-run and reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds RBKARES?
Funders whose own accounts filings name RBKARES as a grant recipient include Kingston Giving.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Giving | FY2023 | £750 | for 200 gift bags with puzzles, notebooks, and craft kits for child carers to benefit 200 children and 75 adults |
| Kingston Giving | FY2023 | £750 | to buy hot water bottles, thermal socks & gloves for Winter Warmer bags, together with knitted blankets – benefited 320 families |
| Kingston Giving | FY2023 | £750 | to create 'Wonder bags' which cook meals with no heat once they have cooked for 20 minutes on a hob – benefited 95 individuals and families |
| Kingston Giving | FY2022 | — | Mental Health / Young People |
| Kingston Giving | FY2022 | — | Mental Health / Young People |