Question 1

What is the mission of Oarsome Chance?

Accepted Answer

Provide opportunities and experiences of vocational learning including carpentry and bike mechanics  alongside an outdoor programme including rowing, sailing and mountain biking for young people at risk of exclusion from education. To build young peoples confidence and create opportunities for them to feel safe in achieving a pathway to change. The target group is young people aged 11-19yrs

Question 2

What is the financial size of Oarsome Chance?

Accepted Answer

Oarsome Chance is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,499,336 and total expenditure of £1,372,487.

Question 3

How does Oarsome Chance allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 96.7% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 3.3% 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 Oarsome Chance?

Accepted Answer

Oarsome Chance employs 20 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does Oarsome Chance receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 63.5% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does Oarsome Chance 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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