Family Matters
Also known as: Family Matters (breaking the Cycle of Abuse)
To provide specialist therapeutic counselling, advocacy and casework support to survivors of sexual abuse, rape and exploitation in Kent and South East London. We help victims navigate the criminal justice system, access wider services and rebuild their lives.
Activities & Mission
To provide specialist therapeutic counselling, advocacy and casework support to survivors of sexual abuse, rape and exploitation in Kent and South East London. We help victims navigate the criminal justice system, access wider services and rebuild their lives.
Grants
Family Matters is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,049,474
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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
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 | £1,436,975 | £1,049,474 | £1,046,664 | £1,073,378 | £256,199 | 28 / 5 |
| 2024 | £1,177,650 | £995,468 | £990,825 | £685,877 | £107,000 | 27 / 5 |
| 2023 | £1,039,792 | £907,941 | £903,457 | £503,695 | £104,000 | 25 / 2 |
| 2022 | £974,073 | £791,652 | £788,496 | £371,844 | £0 | 22 / 2 |
| 2021 | £705,612 | £707,658 | £704,630 | £189,423 | £0 | 20 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Family Matters
What does Family Matters do?
To provide specialist therapeutic counselling, advocacy and casework support to survivors of sexual abuse, rape and exploitation in Kent and South East London. We help victims navigate the criminal justice system, access wider services and rebuild their lives.
How much income did Family Matters report in 2025?
Family Matters reported total income of £1.44m and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Family Matters registered as a charity?
Family Matters was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 1993 as charity number 1019861. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Family Matters?
Family Matters is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lynne Middleton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Family Matters operate?
Family Matters operates across 3 areas: Bexley, Kent and Medway.
Is Family Matters a registered charity?
Yes — Family Matters is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1019861.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Family Matters (breaking the Cycle of Abuse)
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated