Question 1

What is the mission of GROWING SPACE?

Accepted Answer

Growing Space provides rehabilitation, sheltered training and work experience within the community for adults with or recovering from mental health problems.  We offer two vocational training routes in horticulture and woodwork and also enable access to a work based learning programme, which includes IT training and personally tailored training in agreed key skill areas and confidence building.

Question 2

What is the financial size of GROWING SPACE?

Accepted Answer

GROWING SPACE is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,086,896 and total expenditure of £1,109,227.

Question 3

How does GROWING SPACE allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of GROWING SPACE?

Accepted Answer

GROWING SPACE employs 44 staff members and is supported by 32 volunteers.

Question 5

Does GROWING SPACE receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 42.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does GROWING SPACE 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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