Question 1

What is the mission of SHIFT.MS?

Accepted Answer

Shift.ms is a user-led social network - www.shift.ms - for people with Multiple Sclerosis (known as MSers), particularly the recently diagnosed. Shift.ms aims to create a positive, enabling community for MSers which empowers them to acknowledge their MS, rethink how to achieve their ambitions and get on with their lives.

Question 2

What is the financial size of SHIFT.MS?

Accepted Answer

SHIFT.MS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,201,728 and total expenditure of £955,107.

Question 3

How does SHIFT.MS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 86.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 13.8% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of SHIFT.MS?

Accepted Answer

SHIFT.MS employs 9 staff members and is supported by 225 volunteers.

Question 5

Does SHIFT.MS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 10.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does SHIFT.MS 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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