ASHFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
Education of young people through activities. Co-ordination of scouting in the Ashford District.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted and restricted cash funds of £111,981 as of 31 March 2025, compared to £75,679 in the previous year. The trustees report that the group has adopted a risk-averse investment strategy, holding all funds in cash because it lacks sufficient resources for longer-term investments. The reserves policy is designed to ensure sufficient resources to continue charitable activities if income falls short.
What the accounts disclose
“The District's governing documents are those of the The Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.” — page 1
“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.” — page 5
Trustees
- Ada Black
- Colin Ladley
- James Yeomans
- Jonathan Hunt
- Karen Blackiston
- Lee Charles Sully
- Lisa Thornton
- Matthew David Saunby
- Matthew Luke Judge
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £85k | £49k |
| 31/03/2024 | £47k | £33k |
| 31/03/2023 | £65k | £89k |
| 31/03/2022 | £30k | £39k |
| 31/03/2021 | £44k | £37k |
Common questions
Is ASHFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total unrestricted and restricted cash funds of £111,981 as of 31 March 2025, compared to £75,679 in the previous year. The trustees report that the group has adopted a risk-averse investment strategy, holding all funds in cash because it lacks sufficient resources for longer-term investments. The reserves policy is designed to ensure sufficient resources to continue charitable activities if income falls short.