Question 1

What is the mission of PORCHLIGHT?

Accepted Answer

Porchlight is an independent registered charity working across Kent, East Sussex and Bexley. We help vulnerable and isolated people get support with their mental health, housing, education and employment. We provide children, young people and adults with the advice, guidance and skills to live independently in the future, play an active role in their local community and fulfil their potential.

Question 2

What is the financial size of PORCHLIGHT?

Accepted Answer

PORCHLIGHT is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £10,408,527 and total expenditure of £11,813,043.

Question 3

How does PORCHLIGHT allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.5% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of PORCHLIGHT?

Accepted Answer

PORCHLIGHT employs 200 staff members and is supported by 74 volunteers.

Question 5

Does PORCHLIGHT receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 47.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does PORCHLIGHT 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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