SHROPSHIRE COUNTY SCOUT COUNCIL
The aim of the Shropshire County Scout Council is to further the work of The Scout Association in Shropshire by encouraging 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 FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £172,540, with the trustees agreeing it is prudent to retain £25k in general reserves for unanticipated challenges. The charity reported a net income of £16,587 for the year, supported by donations, investments, and other income, while expenditure on charitable activities totaled £29,404.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees agreed at its February 2025 meeting that it would be prudent to retain general reserves of £25k to ensure that adequate funds are available to continue the charitable activities of the County in the event of unanticipated financial challenges.” — page 8
Trustees
- David Shelmerdinechair
- Alex Liam Hadley
- Catherine Turpin
- Emma Hodge
- Ian Windler
- John Stuart Rutherford
- Justin Turpin
- Nicola Phillips
- RICHARD PARKES
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £45k | £30k |
| 31/03/2024 | £47k | £37k |
| 31/03/2023 | £23k | £21k |
| 31/03/2022 | £21k | £25k |
| 31/03/2021 | £27k | £10k |
Common questions
Is SHROPSHIRE COUNTY SCOUT COUNCIL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds increased to £172,540, with the trustees agreeing it is prudent to retain £25k in general reserves for unanticipated challenges. The charity reported a net income of £16,587 for the year, supported by donations, investments, and other income, while expenditure on charitable activities totaled £29,404. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.