TOGETHER OUR COMMUNITY
We are a charity based in Chichester providing a wide range of accessible learning and development opportunities and supported work/volunteering placements for young people (aged 18 to 35) with learning disabilities. We aim to provide environments where the young people can come together to build their skills working with community partners to help them work towards future independence.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted reserves of £57,443.35 against a policy target of three months' operating costs. The filing confirms adequate resources for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity received a total income of £231,534.44, primarily from service payments, grants, donations, and fundraising events.” — page 5
“The trustees aim to maintain a reserve sufficient to cover three months’ operating and overhead costs to ensure financial stability and the ability to continue services in unforeseen circumstances.”
“One trustee, Hilary Freeborough, received remuneration during the year amounting to £18,749.97. This payment was for services provided in a staff capacity and not in connection with her role as a trustee.” — page 16
“Mrs. L Collins, the wife of a trustee, was employed by the charity during the year and received a salary of £18,749.97. The salary was determined based on her skills and experience and is considered fair and at arm's length, in line with the charity’s governance standards. This transaction is disclosed in accordance with the requirements for related party transactions” — page 16
Trustees
- MICHAEL COLLINSchair
- HILARY FREEBOROUGH
- Jonathan Herries
- ROSAMUND JANE GENTLE
- SALLY FINNAMORE
- STEVEN THOMSON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £232k | £95k |
Common questions
Is TOGETHER OUR COMMUNITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted reserves of £57,443.35 against a policy target of three months' operating costs. The filing confirms adequate resources for the foreseeable future with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds TOGETHER OUR COMMUNITY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name TOGETHER OUR COMMUNITY as a grant recipient include THE F GLENISTER WOODGER TRUST CIO, THE FORBES CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, THE WILLIAM WATES MEMORIAL TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE F GLENISTER WOODGER TRUST CIO | FY2025 | £1.1m | |
| THE FORBES CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £3k | |
| THE WILLIAM WATES MEMORIAL TRUST | FY2025 | £500 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/12/2024 | £19k | Health and Wellbeing for People with Learning Disabilities |
| Sport England | 25/07/2024 | £10k | CF - TOC requires a new disability accessible mini bus |