Question 1

What is the mission of Rowans Hospice?

Accepted Answer

Specialist care and support across Portsmouth and SE Hants is provided to those aged 16 and above diagnosed with progressive life limiting illnesses and their families and carers.  The service is free of charge irrespective of the nature of the illness, the patients' creed or financial means.  Education programmes are run to enhance the skills base of other local health professionals.

Question 2

What is the financial size of Rowans Hospice?

Accepted Answer

Rowans Hospice is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £10,735,940 and total expenditure of £9,807,239.

Question 3

How does Rowans Hospice allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 71.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 28.9% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of Rowans Hospice?

Accepted Answer

Rowans Hospice employs 244 staff members and is supported by 695 volunteers.

Question 5

Does Rowans Hospice receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 13.4% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does Rowans Hospice 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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