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Ipswich Mencap

It provides support and guidance to individuals with learning disabilities and their families and carers. It helps to raise awareness of the needs of people with learning disabilities by assisting with national campaigns, such as accessible toilets, and local initiatives such as the training of NHS staff.

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Activities & Mission

It provides support and guidance to individuals with learning disabilities and their families and carers. It helps to raise awareness of the needs of people with learning disabilities by assisting with national campaigns, such as accessible toilets, and local initiatives such as the training of NHS staff.

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

Latest Income
£38,078
Latest Expenditure
£42,779

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 112.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 112.3%
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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2023 — Ipswich Mencap (organisation 260532)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£38,078
£42,7790 / 14
2024
£76,095
£30,7360 / 15
2023
£172,434
£158,7520 / 10
2022
£15,000
£22,0000 / 10
2021
£0
£00 / 6

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Frequently asked questions about Ipswich Mencap

What does Ipswich Mencap do?

It provides support and guidance to individuals with learning disabilities and their families and carers. It helps to raise awareness of the needs of people with learning disabilities by assisting with national campaigns, such as accessible toilets, and local initiatives such as the training of NHS staff.

How much income did Ipswich Mencap report in 2025?

Ipswich Mencap reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Ipswich Mencap registered as a charity?

Ipswich Mencap was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 August 2019 as charity number 1185063. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Ipswich Mencap?

Ipswich Mencap is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is BARBARA ANN THORN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Ipswich Mencap operate?

Ipswich Mencap operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Ipswich Mencap a registered charity?

Yes — Ipswich Mencap is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185063.

Details

Address
236 FELIXSTOWE ROAD
IPSWICH
IP3 9AD
Registration Date
28 August 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5147208
Charity Number
1185063

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Trustees

BARBARA ANN THORN Chair
BEVERLEY ANNE SUTTON
Claire Louise Bridges
John William Stevens
Lorraine Beverley Elmore
Martin Turner
RONALD FRANK DALEY
Terry Alan Sutton

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30 July 2026
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