Mentor Foundation UK
Mentor works to protect children from alcohol, drugs and related risky behaviours to equip them to thrive in a complex world. We work with young people, parents,carers,schools and youth groups, throughout the UK to foster young people's ambitions, and with government and influencers to inform prevention and early intervention policy. Our work is based on the best international scientific evidence.
Activities & Mission
Mentor works to protect children from alcohol, drugs and related risky behaviours to equip them to thrive in a complex world. We work with young people, parents,carers,schools and youth groups, throughout the UK to foster young people's ambitions, and with government and influencers to inform prevention and early intervention policy. Our work is based on the best international scientific evidence.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 89% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 26% 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
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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 2018.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | £809,433 | £977,645 | £914,488 | £106,103 | £100,228 | 24 / 113 |
| 2017 | £1,281,855 | £1,230,187 | £1,171,525 | £274,315 | £223,485 | 23 / 27 |
| 2016 | £1,199,892 | £1,054,088 | £1,019,108 | £222,647 | £170,749 | 14 / 28 |
| 2015 | £723,902 | £694,245 | £659,222 | £76,843 | £76,089 | 11 / 53 |
| 2014 | £628,672 | £621,237 | £570,843 | £47,186 | £47,186 | 11 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mentor Foundation UK
What does Mentor Foundation UK do?
Mentor works to protect children from alcohol, drugs and related risky behaviours to equip them to thrive in a complex world. We work with young people, parents,carers,schools and youth groups, throughout the UK to foster young people's ambitions, and with government and influencers to inform prevention and early intervention policy. Our work is based on the best international scientific evidence.
How much income did Mentor Foundation UK report in 2018?
Mentor Foundation UK reported total income of £809k and reported expenditure of £978k for the financial year ending 2018, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Mentor Foundation UK?
Mentor Foundation UK has a program ratio of 113.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 89% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Mentor Foundation UK registered as a charity?
Mentor Foundation UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 November 2005 as charity number 1112339. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Mentor Foundation UK?
Mentor Foundation UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is SIM SCAVAZZA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mentor Foundation UK operate?
Mentor Foundation UK operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Mentor Foundation UK a registered charity?
Yes — Mentor Foundation UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1112339.
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