1ST BOURNE END SCOUT GROUP
The 1st Bourne End Scout Group is organised into two Scout, two Cub and two Beaver group, each run by volunteer warranted leaders who meet weekly for planned scouting activities. An Executive Committee is elected annually by the parents and has overall responsibility for the objectives, policies and organisation of the group. These follow the Policy organisation and Rules of the Scout Association.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the group held unrestricted reserves of £23,456 at the year-end, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover emergency repairs and replacements. The group relies on fundraising to cover the shortfall between costs and subscription income, with all funds held in cash due to a risk-averse investment strategy.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group continues its commitment to fundraising to cover the shortfall between costs and money from subscriptions.” — page 2
“The Group Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to £6,500 to ensure that there will be enough money to cover any emergency repairs and replacements e.g. to the heating in the Scout Hut.”
Trustees
- John Samuelchair
- JENNY BENNING
- Leah Bolton
- Samantha Samuel
- Scott Lloyd
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £38k | £45k |
| 31/03/2024 | £39k | £36k |
| 31/03/2023 | £33k | £35k |
| 31/03/2022 | £35k | £28k |
| 31/03/2021 | £19k | £17k |
Common questions
Is 1ST BOURNE END SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the group held unrestricted reserves of £23,456 at the year-end, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover emergency repairs and replacements. The group relies on fundraising to cover the shortfall between costs and subscription income, with all funds held in cash due to a risk-averse investment strategy.