SANDY'S FARM
To provide a facility for the inhabitants of Jaywick and the surrounding areas, a Care Farm providing opportunities in agriculture,horticulture, crafts , the natural environment, animal husbandry. Providing opportunities in Volunteering and placements from surrounding colleges and schools in work experience and vocational skills.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity operated with no financial reserves and relied heavily on volunteer labour and trustee support to cover core costs. While net operating income was positive, the charity remains financially vulnerable and dependent on securing future grant funding to ensure continuity. The trustees confirmed the charity remained operational throughout the year despite tight cash flow.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- GARY CLARKE
- SANDRA MILLER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £86k | £51k |
| 31/03/2024 | £40k | £54k |
| 01/04/2023 | £60k | £58k |
Common questions
Is SANDY'S FARM financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity operated with no financial reserves and relied heavily on volunteer labour and trustee support to cover core costs. While net operating income was positive, the charity remains financially vulnerable and dependent on securing future grant funding to ensure continuity. The trustees confirmed the charity remained operational throughout the year despite tight cash flow. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SANDY'S FARM?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SANDY'S FARM as a grant recipient include COLCHESTER CATALYST CHARITY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLCHESTER CATALYST CHARITY | FY2022 | £15k | Sensory Cabin |