Question 1

What is the mission of OPEN AGE?

Accepted Answer

Open Age is a user led charity enabling older people to sustain their physical and mental well-being by providing over 350 low cost weekly physical, creative & mentally stimulating, learning,& health related activities in community venues. An employment programme supports un-employed people aged 50 and over into sustainable work, training and volunteering.

Question 2

What is the financial size of OPEN AGE?

Accepted Answer

OPEN AGE is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,772,747 and total expenditure of £2,019,293.

Question 3

How does OPEN AGE allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 96.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 3.5% 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 OPEN AGE?

Accepted Answer

OPEN AGE employs 34 staff members and is supported by 83 volunteers.

Question 5

Does OPEN AGE receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 75.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does OPEN AGE 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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