Early Break
To provide the relief of sickness and the preservation of good health of young people who use legal and illegal drugs, by the provision of counselling, support and treatment services for such persons and their families. To advance research into the use of drugs and disseminate the results in the areas of Bury, Rochdale and East Lancashire.
Activities & Mission
To provide the relief of sickness and the preservation of good health of young people who use legal and illegal drugs, by the provision of counselling, support and treatment services for such persons and their families. To advance research into the use of drugs and disseminate the results in the areas of Bury, Rochdale and East Lancashire.
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
Higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 74% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £5,228,375 | £5,156,464 | £5,149,388 | £2,195,294 | £865,183 | 119 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,948,003 | £4,436,786 | £4,427,168 | £2,123,383 | £855,776 | 110 / 20 |
| 2023 | £4,425,392 | £3,915,287 | £3,906,417 | £1,612,166 | £734,726 | 104 / 20 |
| 2022 | £3,125,064 | £2,832,559 | £2,832,559 | £1,102,061 | £516,876 | 74 / 20 |
| 2021 | £2,177,110 | £1,866,087 | £1,866,087 | £809,556 | £469,623 | 54 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Early Break
What does Early Break do?
To provide the relief of sickness and the preservation of good health of young people who use legal and illegal drugs, by the provision of counselling, support and treatment services for such persons and their families. To advance research into the use of drugs and disseminate the results in the areas of Bury, Rochdale and East Lancashire.
How much income did Early Break report in 2025?
Early Break reported total income of £5.23m and reported expenditure of £5.16m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Early Break?
Early Break has a program ratio of 98.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Early Break registered as a charity?
Early Break was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 October 1998 as charity number 1072052. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Early Break?
Early Break is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Early Break operate?
Early Break operates across 4 areas: Bolton, Bury, Lancashire and Rochdale.
Is Early Break a registered charity?
Yes — Early Break is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1072052.
Details
5 - 10 Market Place
Bury
BL9 0LD
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