Question 1

What is the mission of FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM?

Accepted Answer

Forest Voluntary Action Forum is the volunteering and voluntary sector support and development agency for the Forest of Dean district in Gloucestershire. We provide advice, information, training, volunteer brokerage, networking opportunities and advocate for / represent the sector both locally and across the County. We undertake and support a variety of local community projects.

Question 2

What is the financial size of FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM?

Accepted Answer

FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £836,556 and total expenditure of £793,649.

Question 3

How does FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.3% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.7% 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 FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM?

Accepted Answer

FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM employs 20 staff members and is supported by 12 volunteers.

Question 5

Does FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 46.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does FOREST VOLUNTARY ACTION FORUM 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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