JOHN MARTIN'S CHARITY
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated total income of £1,085,072, primarily from investments, while total expenditure reached £1,117,653, resulting in a net decrease in funds. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £451,196, which the trustees consider prudent for meeting governance costs and employment obligations. The auditor confirmed the financial statements give a true and fair view and identified no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“This incident was reported to the Charity Commission.” — page 11
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2026)
Trustees
- Julie Westlakechair
- Cyril Clayton Scorse
- JOHN HYDE SMITH OBE
- JOHN WILSON
- Janet Ellis Osborne
- Marion Winifred Mary Griffiths
- Peter Scurfield
- Philip William Airdrie
- Sherraden Adelle Murphy
- Stuart Allerton
- Valerie Butler
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £1.1m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2025 | £1.1m | £1.2m |
| 31/03/2024 | £1.1m | £969k |
| 31/03/2023 | £981k | £961k |
| 31/03/2022 | £711k | £756k |
Common questions
Is JOHN MARTIN'S CHARITY financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity generated total income of £1,085,072, primarily from investments, while total expenditure reached £1,117,653, resulting in a net decrease in funds. The charity holds unrestricted reserves of £451,196, which the trustees consider prudent for meeting governance costs and employment obligations. The auditor confirmed the financial statements give a true and fair view and identified no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2026 accounts were audited by Azets Audit Services.