Question 1

What is the mission of SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN?

Accepted Answer

Providing year round sports training and competition opportunities to children and adults with intellectual (learning disabilities).  Currently the charity serves 8000 athletes annually supported by over 2800 volunteers.

Question 2

What is the financial size of SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN?

Accepted Answer

SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,825,452 and total expenditure of £1,747,107.

Question 3

How does SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 88.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 11.2% 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 SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN?

Accepted Answer

SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN employs 18 staff members and is supported by 6,144 volunteers.

Question 5

Does SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 21.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does SPECIAL OLYMPICS GREAT BRITAIN 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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