BIGGLESWADE UNIT 36 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS
The Sea Cadets Corps is a uniformed youth development organisation with a nautical theme that uses experiential adventure in an informal setting to enable young people, both male and female, from 10 to 18 years old to gain skills for life such as: communication, strategy, forethought, good listening skills, discipline and team work whilst having 'serious fun.'
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the unit has secured grant funding to complete essential building repairs, including painting and roof repairs, to ensure the facility is watertight. Per the chairman's report, the unit is currently running on the barest minimum of committee numbers and struggles to hold effective meetings due to a lack of volunteers. The document notes that office hire income nearly covers outgoings but additional regular hires are needed to cover utilities, insurance, and bus costs.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Mandy Suzanne Holmeschair
- Isabel Atkins
- Kevin Atkins
- Lynn Julia Dawn Busby
- Susan Blannin
- Victoria Pullinger
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £49k | £36k |
| 31/03/2024 | £32k | £30k |
| 31/03/2023 | £16k | £8k |
| 31/03/2022 | £24k | £17k |
| 31/03/2021 | £48k | £30k |
Common questions
Is BIGGLESWADE UNIT 36 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the unit has secured grant funding to complete essential building repairs, including painting and roof repairs, to ensure the facility is watertight. Per the chairman's report, the unit is currently running on the barest minimum of committee numbers and struggles to hold effective meetings due to a lack of volunteers. The document notes that office hire income nearly covers outgoings but additional regular hires are needed to cover utilities, insurance, and bus costs.
Who funds BIGGLESWADE UNIT 36 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BIGGLESWADE UNIT 36 OF THE SEA CADET CORPS as a grant recipient include MRS B L ROBINSON'S CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRS B L ROBINSON'S CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 05/12/2016 | £5k | Safety boat |