The Guide Association Derbyshire
Also known as: Derbyshire County of the Girl Guides Association, Girlguiding Derbyshire
Programme and activities offered to all it's voluntary members incorporating the five key features that provide the basis of effective guiding - those being 1) working together in small groups 2) decision making as individuals & groups 3) a girl led balanced and varied programme 4) care for the individual member and their fulfilment 5) a shared commitment to a common standard.
Activities & Mission
Programme and activities offered to all it's voluntary members incorporating the five key features that provide the basis of effective guiding - those being 1) working together in small groups 2) decision making as individuals & groups 3) a girl led balanced and varied programme 4) care for the individual member and their fulfilment 5) a shared commitment to a common standard.
Grants
The Guide Association Derbyshire makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £232,934
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 668). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £226,732 | £232,934 | 0 / 1500 | |||
| 2024 | £648,090 | £141,847 | £132,009 | £918,142 | £915,797 | 3 / 1500 |
| 2023 | £138,728 | £216,850 | 0 / 1550 | |||
| 2022 | £184,661 | £146,845 | 0 / 1650 | |||
| 2021 | £166,163 | £358,949 | 0 / 1426 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Guide Association Derbyshire
What does The Guide Association Derbyshire do?
Programme and activities offered to all it's voluntary members incorporating the five key features that provide the basis of effective guiding - those being 1) working together in small groups 2) decision making as individuals & groups 3) a girl led balanced and varied programme 4) care for the individual member and their fulfilment 5) a shared commitment to a common standard.
How much income did The Guide Association Derbyshire report in 2025?
The Guide Association Derbyshire reported total income of £227k and reported expenditure of £233k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Guide Association Derbyshire?
The Guide Association Derbyshire has a program ratio of 20.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 668 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Guide Association Derbyshire registered as a charity?
The Guide Association Derbyshire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 1975 as charity number 504343. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs The Guide Association Derbyshire?
The Guide Association Derbyshire is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Angela Arter. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Guide Association Derbyshire operate?
The Guide Association Derbyshire operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Guide Association Derbyshire a registered charity?
Yes — The Guide Association Derbyshire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 504343.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Derbyshire County of the Girl Guides Association
- Girlguiding Derbyshire
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated