WOMEN'S INSTITUTE - SOLIHULL
A relaxed and friendly group, meeting several times a month, for outings; lunches; coffee mornings; with excellent speakers. Discussions on local and global topics, along with activities organised by County and National Federations are also well supported. The upkeep of our beautifully equipped Hall is helped by bookings from local groups
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a net deficit of £30,259 for the year ended 31 December 2025, primarily due to essential hall repairs and rising operating costs, which was offset by a gain on the revaluation of investment assets. Despite the operational deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £656,482, well above the trustees' stated target of approximately £20,000. The trustees have adopted new reserves and investment policies to strengthen financial planning and reduce reliance on investment withdrawals in future years.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees have set a target for unrestricted reserves of approximately £20,000 to cover essential running costs, unexpected repairs and short-term income fluctuations.” — page 5
Trustees
- Carol Wardle
- Gay Delaney
- Jean Stanley
- Kathy O'Malley
- Margaret Holloway
- Marilyn Tempest
- OLWYN HYATT
- Susan Hands
- Susan Hope
- Susan Pugh
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £48k | £78k |
| 31/12/2024 | £50k | £76k |
| 31/12/2023 | £60k | £70k |
| 31/12/2022 | £46k | £67k |
| 31/12/2021 | £26k | £61k |
Common questions
Is WOMEN'S INSTITUTE - SOLIHULL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a net deficit of £30,259 for the year ended 31 December 2025, primarily due to essential hall repairs and rising operating costs, which was offset by a gain on the revaluation of investment assets. Despite the operational deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £656,482, well above the trustees' stated target of approximately £20,000. The trustees have adopted new reserves and investment policies to strengthen financial planning and reduce reliance on investment withdrawals in future years. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.