Better Things
Also known as: Central and South Manchester Society for People with a Mental Handicap, Manchester Mencap, Siuth Manchester Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults
Provision of the following for people with learning disabilities:Sport, Recreation, Social, Leisure and Learning projects, Health Awareness,Social Inclusion,Campaigning and Awareness,Disability Hate Crime
Activities & Mission
Provision of the following for people with learning disabilities:Sport, Recreation, Social, Leisure and Learning projects, Health Awareness,Social Inclusion,Campaigning and Awareness,Disability Hate Crime
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £47,288 | £36,928 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2024 | £25,880 | £37,216 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £57,161 | £57,314 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £49,818 | £31,106 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £30,149 | £23,002 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Better Things
What does Better Things do?
Provision of the following for people with learning disabilities:Sport, Recreation, Social, Leisure and Learning projects, Health Awareness,Social Inclusion,Campaigning and Awareness,Disability Hate Crime
How much income did Better Things report in 2025?
Better Things reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Better Things registered as a charity?
Better Things was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 1980 as charity number 510031. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Better Things?
Better Things is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is KENNETH JOHN GURD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Better Things operate?
Better Things operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Better Things a registered charity?
Yes — Better Things is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 510031.
Details
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MANCHESTER
M22 1QW
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Central and South Manchester Society for People with a Mental Handicap
- Manchester Mencap
- Siuth Manchester Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults
- Manchester Mencap
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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