Question 1

What is the mission of ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

Essex Community Foundation is an independent charitable trust. Founded in 1996, it has built an endowed fund of nearly £50 million, and has awarded over £47 million in grants to community-based voluntary groups in Essex, Southend and Thurrock.By acting as a broker the Foundation helps donors achieve their charitable objectives, and local voluntary groups secure funding for their work.

Question 2

What is the financial size of ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £8,477,899 and total expenditure of £5,330,706.

Question 3

How does ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 92.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 7.2% 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 ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION employs 15 staff members and is supported by 3 volunteers.

Question 5

Does ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 5.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does ESSEX COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 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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