FISHING FOR HEROES
Fishing for Heroes CIO was formed from Fishing for Heroes (1135355) in 2022.We continue to support both Veterans and Serving personnel of all British and Commonwealth Armed Forces who are suffering from mental health or physical illness as a result of their service. We help in the improvement of their wellbeing, delivering both individual instruction and get togethers across England and Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total funds amounted to £48,245, comprising restricted funds of £20,158 and unrestricted funds of £28,087. The trustees confirmed that free reserves fall within the range agreed by them, indicating a stable financial position with no stated material uncertainties or deficits.
What the accounts disclose
“Free reserves fall within the range agreed by the trustees.” — page 5
“R Jamieson was paid £100 for fishing tuition during 2024 (2025 - nil). In addition, his wife was paid £162 for catering in 2025.” — page 9
“Donations include £15,000 (2024- £15,000) from the Clarke Family Trust, of which Simon Clarke is a trustee.” — page 9
“R Jamieson was paid £100 for fishing tuition during 2024 (2025 - nil).” — page 9
“Donations include £15,000 (2024- £15,000) from the Clarke Family Trust, of which Simon Clarke is a trustee.” — page 9
“R Jamieson was paid £100 for fishing tuition during 2024 (2025 - nil).” — page 9
“Donations include £15,000 (2024- £15,000) from the Clarke Family Trust, of which Simon Clarke is a trustee.” — page 9
“R Jamieson was paid £100 for fishing tuition during 2024 (2025 - nil).” — page 9
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (14/03/2024)
Trustees
- Richard Jamiesonchair
- Christopher Lester
- Gary Fendt
- Miles Brough DL
- Nigel Thomas Organ
- Simon Clarke DL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £118k | £103k |
| 31/03/2024 | £97k | £82k |
| 31/03/2023 | £70k | £81k |
Common questions
Is FISHING FOR HEROES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total funds amounted to £48,245, comprising restricted funds of £20,158 and unrestricted funds of £28,087. The trustees confirmed that free reserves fall within the range agreed by them, indicating a stable financial position with no stated material uncertainties or deficits. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds FISHING FOR HEROES?
Funders whose own accounts filings name FISHING FOR HEROES as a grant recipient include THE ROGER RAYMOND CHARITABLE TRUST, TOYOTA MANUFACTURING UK CHARITABLE TRUST, THE LESLIE MARY CARTER CHARITABLE TRUST, DUMBRECK CHARITY, The Squire Patton Boggs Charitable Trust.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ROGER RAYMOND CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £15k | |
| THE ROGER RAYMOND CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £10k | |
| THE ROGER RAYMOND CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | |
| TOYOTA MANUFACTURING UK CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £2k | |
| THE LESLIE MARY CARTER CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £2k | |
| DUMBRECK CHARITY | FY2022 | £500 | Miscellaneous |
| The Squire Patton Boggs Charitable Trust | FY2022 | £500 | Disability |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 03/03/2026 | £15k | River Fishing Courses |
| Sport England | 15/01/2025 | £15k | Individual 4 day courses |
| Sport England | 27/09/2023 | £15k | Regional Get Togethers |
| UK government | 27/09/2023 | £15k | ALB-Sport England-Regional Get Togethers |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/02/2019 | £10k | National Get Together |