Question 1

What is the mission of DOWNLANDS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

We are a volunteer-run charity set up to support countryside conservation and management schemes across NE Surrey and adjoining urban fringe areas of South London. We do this principally via raising funds in order to provide grants to further our aims. These include enhancing the local landscape, maintaining biodiversity in rare habitats and promoting access to the countryside for everyone.

Question 2

What is the financial size of DOWNLANDS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

DOWNLANDS TRUST is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £556,847 and total expenditure of £55,765.

Question 3

How does DOWNLANDS TRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.2% 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 DOWNLANDS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

DOWNLANDS TRUST employs 0 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does DOWNLANDS TRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 1.1% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does DOWNLANDS 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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