Question 1

What is the mission of SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS?

Accepted Answer

School of Hard Knocks uses sport and other challenging activities to help participants re-engage with school or find employment. All of our courses seek to develop a sense of citizenship and work towards improvement in mental and physical health and wellbeing. Other objectives include: Reduced crime, money management, career planning,  increased confidence and increased personal responsibility.

Question 2

What is the financial size of SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS?

Accepted Answer

SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,490,783 and total expenditure of £1,430,050.

Question 3

How does SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 77.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 22.5% 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 SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS?

Accepted Answer

SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS employs 26 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 4.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does SCHOOL OF HARD KNOCKS 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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