LEWISHAM TOY LIBRARY
The aim of the Toy Library, as set out in its constitution, is the education of children aged 0-8 within the London Borough of Lewisham by the provision of educational and stimulating toys and play equipment.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained a healthy unrestricted reserves position of £78,127 at the end of the financial year, which significantly exceeds its stated policy target of three months' running costs. Although the charity reported a net deficit of £2,651 for the year due to increased staff costs, the trustees confirm that disciplined financial management and strong cash flow control have preserved a solid financial foundation.
What the accounts disclose
“Membership and Service Income: £35,977” — page 8
“This significantly exceeds the organisation's stated reserves policy of maintaining 3 months of running costs” — page 9
Trustees
- Elizabeth Stevensonchair
- Alice Alfert
- Elisabeth Poirel
- Huriesh Nandakumar
- Jennifer Luk
- Jill Hamilton
- Tanuj Modasia-Shah
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £41k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £39k | £41k |
| 31/03/2023 | £39k | £34k |
| 31/03/2022 | £38k | £25k |
| 31/03/2021 | £57k | £22k |
Common questions
Is LEWISHAM TOY LIBRARY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained a healthy unrestricted reserves position of £78,127 at the end of the financial year, which significantly exceeds its stated policy target of three months' running costs. Although the charity reported a net deficit of £2,651 for the year due to increased staff costs, the trustees confirm that disciplined financial management and strong cash flow control have preserved a solid financial foundation. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.