Question 1

What is the mission of BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE?

Accepted Answer

Birtley Community Aquatic Centre (BCAC) Charitable Incorporated Organisation was established to achieve a community asset transfer for Birtley Swimming Centre from Gateshead Council, enabling the delivery of swimming and associated activities to the community which will promote physical fitness and mental health.  We plan to reopen the pool in September 2024 if we can raise the required funds

Question 2

What is the financial size of BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE?

Accepted Answer

BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £582,867 and total expenditure of £601,952.

Question 3

How does BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE?

Accepted Answer

BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE employs 30 staff members and is supported by 17 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 8.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BIRTLEY COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTRE 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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