Question 1

What is the mission of THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN TO HELP THEM DEVELOP EMOTIONALLY, MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY AND SPIRITUALLY SO THAT THEY CAN MAKE A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO THEIR COMMUNITY AND THE WIDER WORLD.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £31,602,000 and total expenditure of £31,343,000.

Question 3

How does THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 75.7% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 24.3% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION?

Accepted Answer

THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION employs 280 staff members and is supported by 80,000 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 1.8% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE GUIDE ASSOCIATION 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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