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the friends of dolphin

The charity supports people with disabilities. The Friends Of Dolphin is a registered charity whose purpose is disability. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Dorset and operates in Dorset and Poole.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

We operate a powerful catamaran boat - safe and comfortable - in and around Poole Harbour, and up the River Frome to Wareham. We exist to provide boat trips - totally free - to disabled persons of all ages and disabilities, a maximum of 12 on each trip (including carers) due to regulations. From 1st May to 30th September, trips of 2-4 hours and 1 to 2 trips every day.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£35,715
Latest Expenditure
£24,960

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 69.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 69.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£35,715£24,9600 / 12
2023£20,756£19,3040 / 12
2021£19,931£15,9140 / 40
2020£37,304£19,5850 / 40

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers