Lowestoft And District Mencap Society
Also known as: Lowestoft and District Society for Handicapped Children, Lowestoft and District Society for Handicapped Children and Adults
The Unity Centre is a cafe/charity shop offering advice/befriending/hate crime support. Activities: karaoke, arts & crafts, Bang & Crash, wellbeing and Groove.Our Unity Youth Projects department runs The Fort, a gaming hub that specialises in improving social connectivity & life/social skills, through digital/IT-based & modernised projects & activities, such as card/board/video games, D&D & VR.
Activities & Mission
The Unity Centre is a cafe/charity shop offering advice/befriending/hate crime support. Activities: karaoke, arts & crafts, Bang & Crash, wellbeing and Groove.Our Unity Youth Projects department runs The Fort, a gaming hub that specialises in improving social connectivity & life/social skills, through digital/IT-based & modernised projects & activities, such as card/board/video games, D&D & VR.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £68,609 | £112,397 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £109,694 | £81,291 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £87,548 | £96,884 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £44,715 | £41,835 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2020 | £43,177 | £34,545 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about Lowestoft And District Mencap Society
What does Lowestoft And District Mencap Society do?
The Unity Centre is a cafe/charity shop offering advice/befriending/hate crime support. Activities: karaoke, arts & crafts, Bang & Crash, wellbeing and Groove.Our Unity Youth Projects department runs The Fort, a gaming hub that specialises in improving social connectivity & life/social skills, through digital/IT-based & modernised projects & activities, such as card/board/video games, D&D & VR.
How much income did Lowestoft And District Mencap Society report in 2024?
Lowestoft And District Mencap Society reported total income of £69k and reported expenditure of £112k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lowestoft And District Mencap Society registered as a charity?
Lowestoft And District Mencap Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 1964 as charity number 233331. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Lowestoft And District Mencap Society?
Lowestoft And District Mencap Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JACQUELINE GUYTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lowestoft And District Mencap Society operate?
Lowestoft And District Mencap Society operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lowestoft And District Mencap Society a registered charity?
Yes — Lowestoft And District Mencap Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233331.
Details
Unit 1
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6 Milton Road East
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lowestoft and District Society for Handicapped Children
- Lowestoft and District Society for Handicapped Children and Adults
- Lowestoft and District Mencap Society
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- 14 May 2026
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