Question 1

What is the mission of THE RIVERS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

To advance the understanding of water management, leading to sustainable environmental improvement, and the understanding of rivers, their flora and fauna, based on integrated catchment management and the ecosystem approach. To promote rivers trusts at a national level; to provide support for emerging, new and established trusts on generic issues affecting rivers trusts.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE RIVERS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

THE RIVERS TRUST is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £8,846,517 and total expenditure of £8,630,160.

Question 3

How does THE RIVERS TRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 86.3% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 13.7% 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 THE RIVERS TRUST?

Accepted Answer

THE RIVERS TRUST employs 75 staff members and is supported by 0 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE RIVERS TRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 49.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE RIVERS 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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