Question 1

What is the mission of THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

Object: to advance education for the public benefit. Achieved by establishing, operating & supporting schools, run in accordance with Christian principles - both state-funded & independent. Formed from five small charity schools, all founded 1594-1674 to benefit poor children in Westminster (Clothworkers' charity school, founded 1576 in Kent later added).  Schools today remain in or near London.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £80,376,000 and total expenditure of £83,313,000.

Question 3

How does THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 93.7% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 6.3% 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 UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION employs 891 staff members and is supported by 50 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 21.9% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does THE UNITED WESTMINSTER AND GREY COAT FOUNDATION 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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