Question 1

What is the mission of MENINGITIS NOW?

Accepted Answer

Meningitis Now is a charity formed in 2013 by the merger of Meningitis UK & Meningitis Trust, founders of the meningitis movement in the UK in the mid 1980s. We exist to save lives & rebuild futures through research, awareness & support.Our vision is a future where no one in the UK loses their life to meningitis & everyone affected gets the support they need to rebuild their lives.

Question 2

What is the financial size of MENINGITIS NOW?

Accepted Answer

MENINGITIS NOW is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £2,147,388 and total expenditure of £2,572,610.

Question 3

How does MENINGITIS NOW allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 69.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 31.0% 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 MENINGITIS NOW?

Accepted Answer

MENINGITIS NOW employs 49 staff members and is supported by 134 volunteers.

Question 5

Does MENINGITIS NOW receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does MENINGITIS NOW 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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