1ST POULNER SCOUT GROUP
The education of young people aged 6 to age 18, from Ringwood Hampshire and surrounding area, for their physical, emotional, spiritual, and social development through a balanced programme of activities. Support for developing facilities and scouting in Malawi through joint projects in Malawi promoting the education of young people in that country and UK and to develop international friendships.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the group incurred a net deficit of £3,560.79 for the year, reducing its main account balance from £24,622.66 to £20,962.10. The Chair's report notes that the Board has conserved sufficient reserves to weather lower income, despite financial pressures from reduced hall lettings and community challenges.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- COLIN ANDREWS
- Clive Warren Bower
- Donna Mary Hasted
- EDWARD DESMOND ADAMS
- Jaqueline Dorothy NOAKES
- Lindsay Andrews
- Mark Goldsmith
- Nikki Best
- ROGER NEWLAND
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £45k | £48k |
| 31/03/2024 | £89k | £80k |
| 31/03/2023 | £71k | £86k |
| 31/03/2022 | £50k | £514k |
| 31/03/2021 | £47k | £39k |
Common questions
Is 1ST POULNER SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the group incurred a net deficit of £3,560.79 for the year, reducing its main account balance from £24,622.66 to £20,962.10. The Chair's report notes that the Board has conserved sufficient reserves to weather lower income, despite financial pressures from reduced hall lettings and community challenges.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/03/2015 | £10k | Facilities Renovations for Scout Group Multi Activity Centre and Hall |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/03/2006 | £5k | The Dinghy Sailing Project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/02/2005 | £5k | Acoustic ceiling |