Brave Futures
Also known as: F.s-New Beginnings Ltd., Fresh Start New Beginnings, Fresh Start-New Beginnings
We were set up to provide a therapeutic service for children and young people up to 21 years of age who have reported being sexually abused and to offer support for their families.Our main aim is to help children and young people make sense of the confusion they feel and to teach them coping strategies to deal with the difficulties they face while highlighting their strengths and potential.
Activities & Mission
We were set up to provide a therapeutic service for children and young people up to 21 years of age who have reported being sexually abused and to offer support for their families.Our main aim is to help children and young people make sense of the confusion they feel and to teach them coping strategies to deal with the difficulties they face while highlighting their strengths and 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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £881,344 | £886,410 | £798,856 | £433,687 | £247,549 | 22 / 4 |
| 2024 | £739,860 | £789,064 | £702,332 | £438,753 | £356,218 | 22 / 5 |
| 2023 | £622,346 | £642,629 | £557,080 | £487,957 | £379,508 | 17 / 15 |
| 2022 | £558,227 | £575,836 | £505,621 | £508,240 | £287,918 | 17 / 15 |
| 2021 | £653,783 | £463,369 | £402,962 | £525,849 | £246,920 | 20 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Brave Futures
What does Brave Futures do?
We were set up to provide a therapeutic service for children and young people up to 21 years of age who have reported being sexually abused and to offer support for their families.Our main aim is to help children and young people make sense of the confusion they feel and to teach them coping strategies to deal with the difficulties they face while highlighting their strengths and potential.
How much income did Brave Futures report in 2025?
Brave Futures reported total income of £881k and reported expenditure of £886k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Brave Futures?
Brave Futures has a program ratio of 90.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Brave Futures registered as a charity?
Brave Futures was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 October 2012 as charity number 1149347. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Brave Futures?
Brave Futures is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Brave Futures operate?
Brave Futures operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is Brave Futures a registered charity?
Yes — Brave Futures is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149347.
Details
Chestnut Court
Wingfield Street
IPSWICH
IP4 1AR
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Also Known As
- F.s-New Beginnings Ltd.
- Fresh Start New Beginnings
- Fresh Start-New Beginnings
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated