HITCHIN DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
Overseeing 14 Scout groups in the Hitchin District. These groups cater for people from the age of 4 to 25 years of age. The activities are wide and all groups meet weekly. The opportunities include camping and various other activities.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £82,450 in 2023 to £79,733 in 2024, a reduction attributed to the expenditure of grant funds. Receipts fell significantly from £118,915 to £77,568, while expenditure dropped from £130,446 to £80,285, resulting in a net decrease in funds.
What the accounts disclose
“Receipts were £77,568 in 2024 compared with £118,915 in 2023. The 2023 figures were higher because of grants received in that financial year.” — page 8
“Overall, at the end of 2024, District funds stood at £79,733 compared to £82,450, in 2023. The reduction is explained by the expenditure of grant funds as highlighted above.” — page 8
Trustees
- Michael Wellschair
- Colin Wilson
- Craig Wilson
- Denise Wells
- Geraint Edwards
- Henry Harrison
- Kevin Hankin
- Max Pearson
- Tony Hankin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £78k | £80k |
| 31/12/2023 | £119k | £130k |
| 31/12/2022 | £125k | £82k |
| 31/12/2021 | £43k | £69k |
| 31/12/2020 | £64k | £27k |
Common questions
Is HITCHIN DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £82,450 in 2023 to £79,733 in 2024, a reduction attributed to the expenditure of grant funds. Receipts fell significantly from £118,915 to £77,568, while expenditure dropped from £130,446 to £80,285, resulting in a net decrease in funds. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.