Question 1

What is the mission of THE COWSHED?

Accepted Answer

The aim of the charity is to provide good quality cleaned and ironed clothes and other essential items such as bedding free of charge to anyone who is in need. The clothes are donated from the general public and retailers and then sorted, washed and ironed at our warehouse ready to be delivered /collected by social services, other health professionals or our clients.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE COWSHED?

Accepted Answer

THE COWSHED is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £656,380 and total expenditure of £679,485.

Question 3

How does THE COWSHED allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 95.4% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 4.6% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE COWSHED?

Accepted Answer

THE COWSHED employs 11 staff members and is supported by 430 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE COWSHED receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 10.9% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE COWSHED 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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