Question 1

What is the mission of FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT?

Accepted Answer

FLD strives to protect and enhance the landscape and natural beauty of Cumbria and the Lake District by working to influence relevant decision-makers and policy processes, initiating and participating in landscape-orientated projects, making grants to local projects and co-operating with other bodies having similar objectives or interests.

Question 2

What is the financial size of FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT?

Accepted Answer

FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,681,820 and total expenditure of £1,182,428.

Question 3

How does FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 79.6% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 20.4% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT?

Accepted Answer

FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT employs 21 staff members and is supported by 108 volunteers.

Question 5

Does FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does FRIENDS OF THE LAKE DISTRICT 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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