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The Guide Association County Of Manchester

Also known as: County of Manchester Girl Guides, Girlguiding Manchester

Through fun, friendship, challenge and adventure we empower girls to find their voice, inspiring them to discover the best in themselves and to make a positive difference in their community. Girlguiding Manchester has Rainbow, Brownie, Guide and Ranger members aged 4 to 18. We fire their imaginations through challenges and adventures for all personalities

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Activities & Mission

Through fun, friendship, challenge and adventure we empower girls to find their voice, inspiring them to discover the best in themselves and to make a positive difference in their community. Girlguiding Manchester has Rainbow, Brownie, Guide and Ranger members aged 4 to 18. We fire their imaginations through challenges and adventures for all personalities

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£83,278
Latest Expenditure
£88,768

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 106.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 106.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£83,278
£88,7680 / 543
2023
£41,077
£35,5000 / 450
2022
£31,316
£27,5920 / 680
2021
£24,978
£27,4440 / 700
2020
£49,630
£28,5640 / 659

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Guide Association County Of Manchester

What does The Guide Association County Of Manchester do?

Through fun, friendship, challenge and adventure we empower girls to find their voice, inspiring them to discover the best in themselves and to make a positive difference in their community. Girlguiding Manchester has Rainbow, Brownie, Guide and Ranger members aged 4 to 18. We fire their imaginations through challenges and adventures for all personalities

How much income did The Guide Association County Of Manchester report in 2024?

The Guide Association County Of Manchester reported total income of £83k and reported expenditure of £89k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Guide Association County Of Manchester registered as a charity?

The Guide Association County Of Manchester was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 1992 as charity number 1015304. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs The Guide Association County Of Manchester?

The Guide Association County Of Manchester is governed by a board of 18 trustees. The chair of trustees is Catherine Bower. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Guide Association County Of Manchester operate?

The Guide Association County Of Manchester operates across 5 areas, including Derbyshire, Manchester City, Oldham and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Guide Association County Of Manchester a registered charity?

Yes — The Guide Association County Of Manchester is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1015304.

Details

Address
Girlguiding Manchester
c/o Girlguiding North West England
Guiding Road
PRESTON
PR2 5PD
Registration Date
19 November 1992
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1015304
Charity Number
1015304

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Trustees

Catherine Bower Chair
Abi Smitton
Angela Ogden
Also governs 1 other charity
Claire Shaw
Dawn Bennett-Painter
Deb Crozier
Diane Austin-Hughes
Donna Hewlett
Elizabeth Stanford
Also governs 1 other charity
Helen Salvini
Jennifer Patterson
Kate Traynor
Lindsay Bann
Louisa Watson
Melanie Price
Nicola Horsfield
Rebecca Patten
Also governs 1 other charity
Tracy Thomson

Also Known As

  • County of Manchester Girl Guides
  • Girlguiding Manchester

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