Irish charity blames bad publicity for income fall
Howard Lake | 28 November 2014 | News
The Irish Society for the Prevention for Cruelty to Children (ISPCC) experienced a drop of 12% in voluntary income in 2013 due to the bad publicity generated by other charities, according to the organisation’s accounts.
“2013 in terms of fundraising contained a real sting in the tail when reactions to issues arising in other charities generated additional challenges,” the accounts state.
Voluntary income in 2013 was €3.8 million, down from €4.3 million in 2012. Legacy income, which is listed separately, fell from €127,000 to €117,000.
ISPCC raises money from a range of sources, including donations and high profile events. Cereal maker Cheerios supported the charity’s breakfast appeal and Childline concert which raised €200,000 and €400,000 respectively.
Total ISPCC income, which includes statutory income, fell by 8% to €5.3 million. Fundraising expenses in 2013 were €890,000 (€903,000 in 2012).
The organisation’s net funds in 2013 were €530,000.
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