Question 1

What is the mission of QVSR?

Accepted Answer

QVSR, or the 'Queen Vic', as it is more familiarly known, has been the Seamen's Mission of the Methodist Church since 1843, and is now the last remaining maritime charity providing accommodation and support for seafarers in the East End of London. It is also the largest seafaring hostel of its kind in the UK with accommodation for over 170 men.

Question 2

What is the financial size of QVSR?

Accepted Answer

QVSR is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £4,224,029 and total expenditure of £4,173,850.

Question 3

How does QVSR allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 94.6% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 5.4% 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 QVSR?

Accepted Answer

QVSR employs 62 staff members and is supported by 5 volunteers.

Question 5

Does QVSR receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does QVSR 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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