Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness
Dash supports and empowers autistic adults in Swindon to live happy, independent and productive lives. We do this through various courses that help people understand autistic characteristics and strategies to cope with them. We offer support with tribunals, enable reasonable adjustments at work. We prevent stigma by raising awareness and encouraging social interaction.
Activities & Mission
Dash supports and empowers autistic adults in Swindon to live happy, independent and productive lives. We do this through various courses that help people understand autistic characteristics and strategies to cope with them. We offer support with tribunals, enable reasonable adjustments at work. We prevent stigma by raising awareness and encouraging social interaction.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £7,753 | £17,955 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness
What does Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness do?
Dash supports and empowers autistic adults in Swindon to live happy, independent and productive lives. We do this through various courses that help people understand autistic characteristics and strategies to cope with them. We offer support with tribunals, enable reasonable adjustments at work. We prevent stigma by raising awareness and encouraging social interaction.
How much income did Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness report in 2025?
Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness reported total income of £8k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness registered as a charity?
Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 2023 as charity number 1202345. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness?
Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Michael Ahern. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness operate?
Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness operates in Swindon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness a registered charity?
Yes — Dash - Discovering Autistic Spectrum Happiness is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202345.
Details
SANFORD HOUSE
SANFORD STREET
SWINDON
SN1 1HE
SN1 1HE
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