Question 1

What is the mission of MERMAIDS?

Accepted Answer

Mermaids overarching aim is to create a world where gender diverse children and young people can be themselves and thrive; to this end, our goal is to relieve the mental and emotional stress of all those aged 19 years and under who are transgender, nonbinary and gender variant, as well as to promote education and awareness.

Question 2

What is the financial size of MERMAIDS?

Accepted Answer

MERMAIDS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,337,663 and total expenditure of £1,623,159.

Question 3

How does MERMAIDS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 88.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 11.5% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of MERMAIDS?

Accepted Answer

MERMAIDS employs 33 staff members and is supported by 143 volunteers.

Question 5

Does MERMAIDS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 1.4% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does MERMAIDS 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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