2nd Cowes (St Mary's) Sea Scout Group
Analysis
2nd Cowes (St Mary's) Sea Scout Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Isle Of Wight. It was registered in August 1972, 54 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes and education/training, which this site groups under education and training. Legally it is a charitable trust. It says it provides human resources, provides buildings/facilities/open space and provides services.
In the financial year ending March 2025, 2nd Cowes (St Mary's) Sea Scout Group reported income of £15k and spending of £19k, spending 129% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income grew from £14k to £15k (+7.5%), an average of +1.8% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2023, when income rose by 81%. Over the whole period it spent 110% of the income it received.
Among 21,402 England and Wales charities whose main cause is education and training and that reported income, 2nd Cowes (St Mary's) Sea Scout Group sits at the 46th percentile: it is larger than about 46% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 39th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include The Nicholas Hammond Foundation (£15k), Crondall School Association (£15k) and Friends of Chase Side Primary School (£15k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To contribute to the development of young people aged between 6 & 18 in achieving their full physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals & responsible citizens. We promote a range of indoor & outdoor activities, including camping, hiking & life skills with emphasis on boating for older members. All are encouraged to gain badges for skills developed in the activities promoted.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| The Nicholas Hammond Foundation | Cambridge | £15k |
| Crondall School Association | Surrey | £15k |
| Friends of Chase Side Primary School | Middlesex | £15k |
| Vita Et Pax Parents and Friends Association | London | £15k |