Question 1

What is the mission of FIRST UK?

Accepted Answer

We make STEM education and careers less intimidating, diverse and inclusive - using robots, mentors, accredited content, epic competitions, and industry judged awards. We support less represented 12 to 18 year-olds in schools and community groups across the UK to design, build, code, and compete with a robot to take on a global challenge.

Question 2

What is the financial size of FIRST UK?

Accepted Answer

FIRST UK is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £951,880 and total expenditure of £757,863.

Question 3

How does FIRST UK 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 FIRST UK?

Accepted Answer

FIRST UK employs 7 staff members and is supported by 607 volunteers.

Question 5

Does FIRST UK receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does FIRST UK 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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