Gateway Into The Community
Gateway into the Community enables people with learning disabilities to take part in a broad programme of leisure and learning opportunities. The safe environment within our own 'groups' prepares our members to participate in mainstream activities in their wider communities. We work to ensure that the inclusion of people who have a learning disability is enjoyable and beneficial for everyone.
Activities & Mission
Gateway into the Community enables people with learning disabilities to take part in a broad programme of leisure and learning opportunities. The safe environment within our own 'groups' prepares our members to participate in mainstream activities in their wider communities. We work to ensure that the inclusion of people who have a learning disability is enjoyable and beneficial for everyone.
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 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% 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 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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Gateway into the Community (organisation 3988125)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £852,228 | £718,751 | £718,751 | £634,340 | £531,906 | 34 / 12 |
| 2024 | £786,002 | £676,407 | £676,407 | £500,863 | £344,638 | 38 / 12 |
| 2023 | £0 | £35 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Gateway Into The Community
What does Gateway Into The Community do?
Gateway into the Community enables people with learning disabilities to take part in a broad programme of leisure and learning opportunities. The safe environment within our own 'groups' prepares our members to participate in mainstream activities in their wider communities. We work to ensure that the inclusion of people who have a learning disability is enjoyable and beneficial for everyone.
How much income did Gateway Into The Community report in 2025?
Gateway Into The Community reported total income of £852k and reported expenditure of £719k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Gateway Into The Community?
Gateway Into The Community has a program ratio of 84.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Gateway Into The Community registered as a charity?
Gateway Into The Community was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 2022 as charity number 1198034. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Gateway Into The Community?
Gateway Into The Community is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Liz Holmes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gateway Into The Community operate?
Gateway Into The Community operates in Northumberland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Gateway Into The Community a registered charity?
Yes — Gateway Into The Community is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198034.
Details
ST. MARYS WYND
HEXHAM
Northumberland
NE46 1LW
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