Cambridge Acorn Project
We undertake therapeutic and structural (justice-focused) work with children and families and we work closely with other agencies, including statutory and voluntary services and schools. We are also developing a model of therapeutic community work and we offer training, advice, advocacy and supervision. We work across Cambridgeshire.
Activities & Mission
We undertake therapeutic and structural (justice-focused) work with children and families and we work closely with other agencies, including statutory and voluntary services and schools. We are also developing a model of therapeutic community work and we offer training, advice, advocacy and supervision. We work across Cambridgeshire.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 71% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 55% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% 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
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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 | £656,835 | £657,605 | £652,216 | £114,507 | £38,479 | 25 / 15 |
| 2023 | £438,466 | £434,797 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £398,929 | £308,744 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2021 | £266,068 | £282,158 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2020 | £192,999 | £188,197 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cambridge Acorn Project
What does Cambridge Acorn Project do?
We undertake therapeutic and structural (justice-focused) work with children and families and we work closely with other agencies, including statutory and voluntary services and schools. We are also developing a model of therapeutic community work and we offer training, advice, advocacy and supervision. We work across Cambridgeshire.
How much income did Cambridge Acorn Project report in 2024?
Cambridge Acorn Project reported total income of £657k and reported expenditure of £658k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cambridge Acorn Project?
Cambridge Acorn Project has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 71% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cambridge Acorn Project registered as a charity?
Cambridge Acorn Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2017 as charity number 1175019. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Cambridge Acorn Project?
Cambridge Acorn Project is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nichole Gibson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cambridge Acorn Project operate?
Cambridge Acorn Project operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cambridge Acorn Project a registered charity?
Yes — Cambridge Acorn Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175019.
Details
New School Road
Histon
CAMBRIDGE
CB24 9LL
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