Question 1

What is the mission of THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

The Society's principle charitable objective is the improvement and promotion of English cart horses, more particularly the Shire horse and, to this end, maintaining a Stud Book in which are entered the names of all registered Shire horses complying with the conditions for the time being applied by the Society.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £594,880 and total expenditure of £537,310.

Question 3

How does THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 91.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 8.8% 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 SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY?

Accepted Answer

THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY employs 5 staff members and is supported by 20 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY 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 SHIRE HORSE SOCIETY 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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