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21 Plus

21 Plus is a charity which supports, nurtures and empowers children and young people with Downs Syndrome and their families.Our activities focus on building the communication skills of our children and young people, providing opportunities to develop friendships and independence and ensuring that families have the necessary information and support to ensure their child reaches their potential.

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Activities & Mission

21 Plus is a charity which supports, nurtures and empowers children and young people with Downs Syndrome and their families.Our activities focus on building the communication skills of our children and young people, providing opportunities to develop friendships and independence and ensuring that families have the necessary information and support to ensure their child reaches their potential.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£70,940
Latest Expenditure
£71,394

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 100.6%
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 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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2023 — 21 Plus (organisation 5019370)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£70,940
£71,3940 / 40
2024
£81,201
£56,0650 / 30
2023
£30,905
£51,7220 / 3
2022
£46,966
£11,0500 / 5

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Frequently asked questions about 21 Plus

What does 21 Plus do?

21 Plus is a charity which supports, nurtures and empowers children and young people with Downs Syndrome and their families.Our activities focus on building the communication skills of our children and young people, providing opportunities to develop friendships and independence and ensuring that families have the necessary information and support to ensure their child reaches their potential.

How much income did 21 Plus report in 2025?

21 Plus reported total income of £71k and reported expenditure of £71k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was 21 Plus registered as a charity?

21 Plus was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 May 2021 as charity number 1194335. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs 21 Plus?

21 Plus is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gabrielle Preece. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does 21 Plus operate?

21 Plus operates across 7 areas, including Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Cardiff and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is 21 Plus a registered charity?

Yes — 21 Plus is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194335.

Details

Address
11 PANT-Y-FFOREST
EBBW VALE
NP23 5FR
Registration Date
5 May 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5177962
Charity Number
1194335

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Trustees

Gabrielle Preece Chair
Bridgid Corr
Dr Carolyn Pennington
Emma Mellor
Jane Williams
Lucinda James
Nikki Davies
Rachel Champken

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