THE LEONARD LAITY STOATE CHARITY
The Charity operates almost exclusively in the South West of England, namely Bristol and Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's finances are considered sound by the Trustees, with total unrestricted funds carried forward at £2,244,667. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year of £45,265, primarily driven by charitable grants of £79,425 against investment income of £52,935. The Trustees retain reserves sufficient to cover immediate needs, with expendable reserves standing at £33,358.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees retain a level of reserves which is sufficient to cover the charity's immediate needs.” — page 3
“Stoate received remuneration of £8,090 (2024: £7,500) for the year in respect of his services as a Secretary to the Trust.” — page 9
Trustees
- DR PAM STOATEchair
- Dr CHRISTOPHER STOATE
- MARK DAVID HARNDEN
- Natasha Jane Jones
- PHILIP JOHN STOATE LLB
- Rev Marcus Torchon
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £88k | £108k |
| 31/03/2024 | £54k | £81k |
| 31/03/2023 | £54k | £83k |
| 31/03/2022 | £48k | £79k |
| 31/03/2021 | £72k | £84k |
Common questions
Is THE LEONARD LAITY STOATE CHARITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's finances are considered sound by the Trustees, with total unrestricted funds carried forward at £2,244,667. The charity reported a net expenditure for the year of £45,265, primarily driven by charitable grants of £79,425 against investment income of £52,935. The Trustees retain reserves sufficient to cover immediate needs, with expendable reserves standing at £33,358. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.