Charity Impact and Reporting
Transparency and accountability are at the heart of everything we do. Our annual reporting provides clear insight into our financial performance, service delivery, and impact on young people's lives.
Our Reporting Responsibilities
- Charity Commission Reporting: We file annual returns and financial statements.
- Companies House Reporting: As a registered entity, we provide necessary corporate filings.
- Serious Incident Reporting: We report any significant incidents affecting the charity’s operations or beneficiaries.
Financial Performance
A breakdown of our income sources and expenditure to ensure complete transparency about how funds are raised and used.
Income vs. Expenditure (2020 - 2025)
Income Sources (2025)
Expenditure Breakdown (2025)
Income & Expenditure Breakdown
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income (£) | £79,910 | £90,770 | £83,770 | £139,740 | £131,230 | £163,875 |
| Total Expenditure (£) | £100,780 | £101,810 | £89,000 | £127,650 | £150,440 | £134,321 |
| Income from Government Contracts (£) | £37,170 | £37,000 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Income from Government Grants (£) | N/A | £12,750 | £400 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Where Our Money Comes From & How It's Spent
Income: In 2025, we generated **£163,875** in total income. The majority comes from **restricted income grants** (£68,545, 42%) and **other funding sources** (£30,440, 19%). We also generate income through **private counselling fees** (£9,418, 6%), **charitable donations** (£5,963, 4%), and **interest income** (£831). Notably, we received no government contracts or grants in 2025.
Expenditure: Our spending is **focused on delivering counselling services to young people**. In 2025, **£134,321** was spent, with **over 80%** (£79,409) directed towards counselling services, including salaries, supervision, and pensions. The remaining expenditure covers IT systems, administrative costs, rent, and operational expenses essential to delivering our services.
Financial Sustainability: We have seen strong growth in income compared to 2024, with a healthy operating surplus demonstrating effective financial management. We remain committed to providing high-quality support services and are actively seeking **new funding opportunities** to sustain and expand our reach in the community.
Local Youth Demographics (Aged 10–25)
Distribution of young people across Gosport, Fareham, Portsmouth, and Whiteley based on the latest Census data.
Areas with high youth density may require expanded counselling services.
Presenting Issues
Positive Impact of Our Charity
How our counselling services have improved the wellbeing of young people.
Their Counsellor Was:
- Easy to talk to: 100%
- Listened to them: 100%
- Non-judgmental: 100%
- Helped with difficult issues: 99%
- Taught better coping skills: 96%
Improvements in Wellbeing
- Raised levels of confidence: 89%
- Improved self-esteem: 85%
- Enhanced communication skills: 94%
- Better self-care: 91%
Charity Commission Reporting
Our annual reporting to the Charity Commission, ensuring transparency and compliance.
| Title | Reporting Year | Date Received | Status | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Return | 31 March 2025 | 12 December 2025 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2025 | 12 December 2025 | On Time | Download |
| Annual Return | 31 March 2024 | 19 September 2024 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2024 | 19 September 2024 | On Time | Download |
| Annual Return | 31 March 2023 | 10 January 2024 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2023 | 10 January 2024 | On Time | Download |
| Annual Return | 31 March 2022 | 09 December 2022 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2022 | 09 December 2022 | On Time | Download |
| Annual Return | 31 March 2021 | 28 October 2021 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2021 | 28 October 2021 | On Time | Download |
| Annual Return | 31 March 2020 | 06 September 2020 | On Time | - |
| Accounts and TAR | 31 March 2020 | 06 September 2020 | On Time | Download |