Question 1

What is the mission of SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

The advancement of education by the establishment and maintenance of museums and galleries in Sheffield.                   The care, management, display and development of collections including the collection of Sheffield City Council.

Question 2

What is the financial size of SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £5,531,000 and total expenditure of £6,011,000.

Question 3

How does SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 87.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 12.9% 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 SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST employs 129 staff members and is supported by 253 volunteers.

Question 5

Does SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 57.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does SHEFFIELD MUSEUMS TRUST 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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