Question 1

What is the mission of CANAL & RIVER TRUST?

Accepted Answer

Canal & River Trust is the charitable operator and guardian of 2,000 miles of historic waterways across England and Wales. In addition to caring for the waterways so that they are available for the public to enjoy, the Trust maintains the nations' third largest collection of listed heritage structures, as well as museums, archives, and hundreds of important wildlife sites.

Question 2

What is the financial size of CANAL & RIVER TRUST?

Accepted Answer

CANAL & RIVER TRUST is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £232,600,000 and total expenditure of £233,400,000.

Question 3

How does CANAL & RIVER TRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 79.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 20.8% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of CANAL & RIVER TRUST?

Accepted Answer

CANAL & RIVER TRUST employs 1,805 staff members and is supported by 5,489 volunteers.

Question 5

Does CANAL & RIVER TRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 27.1% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does CANAL & RIVER TRUST 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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