KILBURN VILLAGE INSTITUTE
The objects of the CIO are to establish and run a village hall and to promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Kilburn High and Low for the provision for recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need.
Objects
THE PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE OF A VILLAGE HALL FOR THE USE OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE PARISH OF KILBURN HIGH AND LOW AND THE SURROUNDING AREA WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF POLITICAL, RELIGIOUS OR OTHER OPINIONS, INCLUDING USE FOR:A) MEETINGS, LECTURES AND CLASSES, ANDB) OTHER FORMS OF RECREATION AND LEISURE-TIME OCCUPATION, WITH THE OBJECT OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THE INHABITANTS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Kilburn Village Institute reported a net profit of £2,067 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with total income of £16,243 and total expenditure of £18,311. The charity holds unrestricted reserves (fund balance) of £10,205 at year-end, having raised £44,000 specifically for re-roofing and solar panel installation. The trustees report that the completion of these projects contributes to the financial security of the Institute.
What the accounts disclose
“Behind the scenes, the Charity Commission has delayed the closure of the old Kilburn Institute charity while some legal niceties are resolved.” — page 2
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Conflicting interests
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Investing charity funds policy and procedures
- Investment
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Graham John Matthewschair
- Bryan Arthur Matthews
- Carol Holland Mrs
- Claire Strafford
- Deborah Caroline De Powys Charlton
- FRANCES MARGARET GOMERSALL
- Jacqueline Hilda Owens
- Judith Ann James
- Margaret Leonora Backhouse
- Peter James
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £36k | £11k |
| 31/12/2024 | £3k | £6k |
| 31/12/2023 | £3k | £90 |
| 31/12/2022 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is KILBURN VILLAGE INSTITUTE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Kilburn Village Institute reported a net profit of £2,067 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with total income of £16,243 and total expenditure of £18,311. The charity holds unrestricted reserves (fund balance) of £10,205 at year-end, having raised £44,000 specifically for re-roofing and solar panel installation. The trustees report that the completion of these projects contributes to the financial security of the Institute. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Crombie Wilson.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/04/2025 | £20k | Kilburn Village Hall Re-roofing |