Ipsum
Offering the opportunity to work on physical, emotional and mental wellbeing through creative arts, music and talking therapies. We promote and facilitate change for all who engage with our services. Offering a programme of mental wellbeing through prevention, recovery and sustainability for both adults and children.
Activities & Mission
Offering the opportunity to work on physical, emotional and mental wellbeing through creative arts, music and talking therapies. We promote and facilitate change for all who engage with our services. Offering a programme of mental wellbeing through prevention, recovery and sustainability for both adults and children.
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
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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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — The Beni Bear Club (organisation 5114827)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Shoebox Theatre (organisation 5060102)
- Asset transfer in in 2020 — Swindon and Wiltshire Alcohol and Drug Service (organisation 267622)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £357,771 | £339,132 | 0 / 52 | |||
| 2024 | £175,156 | £332,656 | 0 / 51 | |||
| 2023 | £316,014 | £281,367 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2022 | £389,499 | £213,763 | 0 / 51 | |||
| 2021 | £265,304 | £186,168 | 0 / 56 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ipsum
What does Ipsum do?
Offering the opportunity to work on physical, emotional and mental wellbeing through creative arts, music and talking therapies. We promote and facilitate change for all who engage with our services. Offering a programme of mental wellbeing through prevention, recovery and sustainability for both adults and children.
How much income did Ipsum report in 2025?
Ipsum reported total income of £358k and reported expenditure of £339k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ipsum registered as a charity?
Ipsum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2018 as charity number 1176614. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Ipsum?
Ipsum is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ipsum operate?
Ipsum operates across 5 areas, including Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, South Gloucestershire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Ipsum a registered charity?
Yes — Ipsum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176614.
Details
SWINDON
WILTSHIRE
SN1 5JE
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