Question 1

What is the mission of THE GRIERSON TRUST?

Accepted Answer

The Grierson Trust promotes documentary filmmaking by giving awards to documentary makers at the annual Grierson British Documentary Awards and in film festivals.  It supports documentary film education inter alia by working in partnership with other organisation to support projects aimed at encouraging young people to make and participate in making documentary films.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE GRIERSON TRUST?

Accepted Answer

THE GRIERSON TRUST is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £686,077 and total expenditure of £678,172.

Question 3

How does THE GRIERSON TRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 49.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 50.8% 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 GRIERSON TRUST?

Accepted Answer

THE GRIERSON TRUST employs 5 staff members and is supported by 2 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE GRIERSON TRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE GRIERSON 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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