Question 1

What is the mission of HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE?

Accepted Answer

We deliver practical, caring and imaginative services, including specialist housing and support, residential care, education, training, community outreach services and leisure activities, working with visually impaired people and people with other disabilities and their friends, families and colleagues. We also work to raise awareness of visual impairment amongst the wider community.

Question 2

What is the financial size of HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE?

Accepted Answer

HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £11,365,000 and total expenditure of £11,513,000.

Question 3

How does HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.8% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE?

Accepted Answer

HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE employs 305 staff members and is supported by 30 volunteers.

Question 5

Does HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 71.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does HENSHAWS SOCIETY FOR BLIND PEOPLE 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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