1ST HOOK SCOUT GROUP
The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted cash funds increased by £292 to £109,333, while total cash funds stood at £111,958. The trustees consider the group to be in good shape with sufficient resources to continue charitable activities, noting that unrestricted reserves significantly exceed their stated policy target of £25,000-£30,000. The group reports no funds in deficit and maintains comprehensive insurance and internal control systems.
What the accounts disclose
“The Group’s policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the Group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Board of Trustees considers that the Group should hold a minimum sum equivalent to 12 months normal running costs, circa £25,000-£30,000.” — page 7
Trustees
- COLIN STEVENSON
- DAVID PERRINS
- Don Nunes
- Fiona Lovell
- Julie Claire Findlay
- Paula Thompson
- Stuart Thompson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £96k | £95k |
| 31/03/2025 | £92k | £82k |
| 31/03/2024 | £80k | £52k |
| 31/03/2023 | £55k | £72k |
| 31/03/2022 | £50k | £45k |
Common questions
Is 1ST HOOK SCOUT GROUP financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted cash funds increased by £292 to £109,333, while total cash funds stood at £111,958. The trustees consider the group to be in good shape with sufficient resources to continue charitable activities, noting that unrestricted reserves significantly exceed their stated policy target of £25,000-£30,000. The group reports no funds in deficit and maintains comprehensive insurance and internal control systems. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.