ALDBOURNE SCOUTS AND GUIDES SUPPORTERS' ASSOCIATION
Provisions of facilities, primarily premises, used by the Aldbourne Scouts and Guides groups.
Objects
TO HELP THE ALDBOURNE SCOUT AND GUIDE GROUPS WITH THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THEIR RESPECTIVE CHARITABLE AIMS, AS SET OUT IN THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS OF THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION AND THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION, BY:1. THE PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE OF PREMISES FOR THE USE OF MEMBERS OF THE ALDBOURNE SCOUT AND GUIDE GROUPS, INCLUDING USE FOR MEETINGS AND STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT, IN SUCH A MANNER THAT ANY SUCH PREMISES ARE AVAILABLE FAIRLY TO ALL MEMBERS OF THOSE GROUPS WITH NO ONE SECTION BECOMING DOMINANT AT THE EXPENSE OF ANOTHER:2. PROVIDING ASSISTANCE RUNNING AND ORGANISING EVENTS;3. MAKING DIRECT GRANTS OF MONEY TO THE ALDBOURNE SCOUT GROUP AND THE ALDBOURNE GUIDE GROUP FROM FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES, FOR PURPOSES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE OF CAMPING EQUIPMENT AND YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's financial position is 'very healthy' with unrestricted reserves of £6,712 carried forward. However, the charity reported a net movement in funds of -£8,415 for the period, primarily due to significant expenditure on building materials. The trustees note that costs are closely controlled and energy efficiency has improved following refurbishment.
What the accounts disclose
“Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Amount of reserves held No policy beyond prudent financial control.”
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Gary William Salmanchair
- Julian Charles Birch
- Monica Joan Moreton BEM
- Robin Stephen Morris
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £47k | £55k |
| 31/12/2024 | £14k | £54k |
| 31/12/2023 | £26k | £38k |
Common questions
Is ALDBOURNE SCOUTS AND GUIDES SUPPORTERS' ASSOCIATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's financial position is 'very healthy' with unrestricted reserves of £6,712 carried forward. However, the charity reported a net movement in funds of -£8,415 for the period, primarily due to significant expenditure on building materials. The trustees note that costs are closely controlled and energy efficiency has improved following refurbishment. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.