Autism Matters
Group sessions where the rewards of friendship and communication with other similar to you are well worth it.Short breaks are fun but challenging, and really help develop new life skills, such as sharing, cooperation, patience, and self worth.One to one support is a unique opportunity to explore real life goals, such as managing money, working, volunteering, being more independent.
Activities & Mission
Group sessions where the rewards of friendship and communication with other similar to you are well worth it.Short breaks are fun but challenging, and really help develop new life skills, such as sharing, cooperation, patience, and self worth.One to one support is a unique opportunity to explore real life goals, such as managing money, working, volunteering, being more independent.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,314,045 | £1,230,934 | £1,230,934 | £210,802 | £167,632 | 67 / 0 |
| 2023 | £990,765 | £1,017,171 | £1,017,171 | £127,691 | £82,736 | 49 / 0 |
| 2022 | £758,684 | £736,721 | £736,721 | £154,097 | £122,324 | 31 / 3 |
| 2021 | £545,764 | £508,372 | £508,372 | £132,134 | £111,498 | 35 / 1 |
| 2020 | £368,425 | £302,228 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Autism Matters
What does Autism Matters do?
Group sessions where the rewards of friendship and communication with other similar to you are well worth it.Short breaks are fun but challenging, and really help develop new life skills, such as sharing, cooperation, patience, and self worth.One to one support is a unique opportunity to explore real life goals, such as managing money, working, volunteering, being more independent.
How much income did Autism Matters report in 2024?
Autism Matters reported total income of £1.31m and reported expenditure of £1.23m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Autism Matters?
Autism Matters has a program ratio of 93.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Autism Matters registered as a charity?
Autism Matters was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 2017 as charity number 1171140. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Autism Matters?
Autism Matters is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is AMY ELIZABETH OVEREND. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Autism Matters operate?
Autism Matters operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Autism Matters a registered charity?
Yes — Autism Matters is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171140.
Details
Thornaby
Stockton on Tees
TS17 6AE
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