Question 1

What is the mission of WONDERSEEKERS?

Accepted Answer

Winchester Science Centre is an educational charity with a mission to build science capital for all, particularly children. Through the Science Centre (home to the UK's largest standalone planetarium) and an extensive schools, industry and community outreach/volunteer programme the charity works to spark curiosity and widen access and participation in science, technology, engineering and maths.

Question 2

What is the financial size of WONDERSEEKERS?

Accepted Answer

WONDERSEEKERS is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £3,682,657 and total expenditure of £3,874,576.

Question 3

How does WONDERSEEKERS allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 67.7% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 32.3% 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 WONDERSEEKERS?

Accepted Answer

WONDERSEEKERS employs 88 staff members and is supported by 5 volunteers.

Question 5

Does WONDERSEEKERS receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 1.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does WONDERSEEKERS 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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