FRIENDS OF HORSENDEN
Habitat management across the entire Horsenden site, following an accelerated succession approach. Maintenance and development of the farm site with a focus on wildlife conservation and biodiversity using permaculture methods. Community engagement, education and involvement through events, courses and talks.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated total receipts of £101,110 against payments of £55,471, resulting in a net surplus of £45,639 for the period. The trustees report that the charity maintains a diversified income mix and holds unrestricted reserves of £45,639, which they consider sufficient to manage short-term fluctuations against their policy target of six months' operating expenditure.
What the accounts disclose
“Corporate volunteering contributes around twenty-eight percent of income” — page 6
“The aim is to hold the equivalent of six months’ operating expenditure as a prudent buffer to manage short-term income fluctuations and ensure continuity of services if income performance does not meet expectations.”
Trustees
- Sarah Murphychair
- Callum Lee
- Franziska Chalk
- Justin Bonnet
- Sally Kathleen Dalzell
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £67k | £39k |
| 31/12/2024 | £101k | £55k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF HORSENDEN financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated total receipts of £101,110 against payments of £55,471, resulting in a net surplus of £45,639 for the period. The trustees report that the charity maintains a diversified income mix and holds unrestricted reserves of £45,639, which they consider sufficient to manage short-term fluctuations against their policy target of six months' operating expenditure. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.