ASH GREEN SCOUT GROUP
The primary objective of the Group is to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The main activities of the Group are the provision of the Scouting programme for 6 to 14 year olds in New Ash Green, Kent and the immediate surrounding locality.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a marginal overall surplus of £632 for the financial year ending 31 March 2025. The trustees report that group finances remain in good order, with free reserves of approximately £28,650 held against a policy target of circa £23,000. The charity is reliant on subscriptions and fundraising, noting that subscription levels have remained unchanged since September 2017.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group’s main source of income is from monthly subscriptions, topped up by Gift Aid.” — page 10
“The Group Trustee Board considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months’ running costs, circa £23,000.”
Trustees
- Louise Bankschair
- Alice Elizabeth Baker
- Casey Jane Davis Hughes
- Clare Hambleton
- Mark Jennings
- Michael Gordon Banks
- Mollie Louise Burr
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £26k | £26k |
| 31/03/2025 | £35k | £34k |
| 31/03/2024 | £29k | £45k |
| 30/03/2023 | £27k | £34k |
Common questions
Is ASH GREEN SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a marginal overall surplus of £632 for the financial year ending 31 March 2025. The trustees report that group finances remain in good order, with free reserves of approximately £28,650 held against a policy target of circa £23,000. The charity is reliant on subscriptions and fundraising, noting that subscription levels have remained unchanged since September 2017. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.