Question 1

What is the mission of AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS?

Accepted Answer

Avoncroft is a museum of historic buildings rescued from imminent destruction and carefully rebuilt on an open-air site near Bromsgrove in the north of Worcestershire.  Our principal aim isTo inspire enthusiasm for and understanding of the history of building as illustrated at Avoncroft, and the relationship of people with the buildings they constructed and in which they lived and worked.

Question 2

What is the financial size of AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS?

Accepted Answer

AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £662,302 and total expenditure of £633,852.

Question 3

How does AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 73.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 26.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS?

Accepted Answer

AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS employs 23 staff members and is supported by 132 volunteers.

Question 5

Does AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS 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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