Question 1

What is the mission of ACTION FOR ME?

Accepted Answer

Action for M.E. was established for the relief of people suffering from the disease MyalgicEncephalomyelitis, (commonly known as M.E., or CFS/ME), and to provide information, advice and support, and to promote public education, campaigning and research into the disease. On a day to day basis we provide telephone support to people with M.E., manage Online M.E Centre and publish 'InterAction'.

Question 2

What is the financial size of ACTION FOR ME?

Accepted Answer

ACTION FOR ME is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,701,798 and total expenditure of £1,655,841.

Question 3

How does ACTION FOR ME allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 74.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 26.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of ACTION FOR ME?

Accepted Answer

ACTION FOR ME employs 34 staff members and is supported by 45 volunteers.

Question 5

Does ACTION FOR ME receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 2.6% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does ACTION FOR ME pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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