TOUCHBASE CARE
We support adults with disabilities in Folkestone and surrounding districts in a day care setting offering a range of activities to enhance wellbeing, independence and social skills. We offer art and craft, massage therapy, allotment and gardening skills, film and animation, textiles, ceramics, photography, cooking and wellbeing walks and lots of trips.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net income of £179,434, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £185,963. The trustees report that the charity is in a strong financial position with sufficient funds to meet its obligations and continue operations.
What the accounts disclose
“The target level of reserves should not fall under three months operational costs, except in exceptional circumstances.” — page 5
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- david philip harveychair
- Fiona Harding-White
- Ingrid Elisabet Kendall
- James Parsons
- Lee Churchyard
- Sally-Ann Cranage
- Samantha Dunning
- Simon Peter Baker
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £577k | £397k |
Common questions
Is TOUCHBASE CARE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with a net income of £179,434, resulting in total unrestricted reserves of £185,963. The trustees report that the charity is in a strong financial position with sufficient funds to meet its obligations and continue operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds TOUCHBASE CARE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name TOUCHBASE CARE as a grant recipient include THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST, CLA CHARITABLE TRUST, THE COLE CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | |
| CLA CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | |
| THE COLE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £2k | Disability |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 29/02/2024 | £260k | Building a Dynamic Community |