Question 1

What is the mission of VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET?

Accepted Answer

VANS is the local infrastructure support organisation for voluntary and community groups and for volunteers across North Somerset.We provide a range of funding, development, training and networking activities to those groups.We also run the Volunteer Centre which provides information on volunteering opportunities and provides information and support to people wishing to volunteer.

Question 2

What is the financial size of VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET?

Accepted Answer

VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £685,951 and total expenditure of £592,067.

Question 3

How does VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET?

Accepted Answer

VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET employs 16 staff members and is supported by 150 volunteers.

Question 5

Does VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 52.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does VOLUNTARY ACTION NORTH SOMERSET 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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