REFUGEES WELCOME NORTH SOMERSET
Collecting and distributing aid and essential items for asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants arriving in North Somerset. Welcome Centre for education, social activities and access to free shopPop up 'welcome cafe' sessions where people can socialise, access support and practice their English. A member led lunch provision.Befriending to support with appointments and integration
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £5,499 for the year, resulting in unrestricted funds falling into a deficit of £1,910, although this was attributed to a grant received after the year-end. The trustees' report confirms that unrestricted funds had sufficient cash to cover expenses and that the charity is a going concern. The organization relies on volunteer contributions and has a reserves policy target of three months' average expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“The reserves policy has been adhered to during the financial year 2024-25, but the closing bank balance did not reflect this due late arrival of unrestricted funds via outstanding invoices.”
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £231k | £236k |
| 31/03/2024 | £103k | £103k |
| 31/03/2023 | £28k | £6k |
Common questions
Is REFUGEES WELCOME NORTH SOMERSET financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £5,499 for the year, resulting in unrestricted funds falling into a deficit of £1,910, although this was attributed to a grant received after the year-end. The trustees' report confirms that unrestricted funds had sufficient cash to cover expenses and that the charity is a going concern. The organization relies on volunteer contributions and has a reserves policy target of three months' average expenditure. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Community Foundation | 15/05/2026 | £2k | Refugees Welcome North Somerset |
| Sport England | 16/09/2025 | £8k | Welcome Goals |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/10/2024 | £17k | Welcome home |
| Sport England | 04/03/2024 | £5k | Refugees & Asylum Seekers Fitness Sessions in North Somerset |