Designermakers CIO

Also known as: Designermakerscio

We organise workshops, public demonstrations, and open access events that teach and promote the practice of traditional and contemporary craft skills.

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Activities & Mission

We organise workshops, public demonstrations, and open access events that teach and promote the practice of traditional and contemporary craft skills.

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

Cambridgeshire Essex Norfolk Suffolk

Financial Information

Latest Income

£83,883

Latest Expenditure

£118,030

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 140.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 140.7%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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	Staff
2025	£83,883	£118,030	0 / 10
2024	£319,929	£296,472	0 / 8
2023	£22,650	£20,109	0 / 8
2022	£21,564	£26,218	0 / 46
2021	£29,430	£13,925	0 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Designermakers CIO

What does Designermakers CIO do?

We organise workshops, public demonstrations, and open access events that teach and promote the practice of traditional and contemporary craft skills.

How much income did Designermakers CIO report in 2025?

Designermakers CIO reported total income of £84k and reported expenditure of £118k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Designermakers CIO registered as a charity?

Designermakers CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 June 2016 as charity number 1167949. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Designermakers CIO?

Designermakers CIO is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Designermakers CIO operate?

Designermakers CIO operates across 4 areas: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.

Is Designermakers CIO a registered charity?

Yes — Designermakers CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167949.