Mermaids
Mermaids overarching aim is to create a world where gender diverse children and young people can be themselves and thrive; to this end, our goal is to relieve the mental and emotional stress of all those aged 19 years and under who are transgender, nonbinary and gender variant, as well as to promote education and awareness.
Activities & Mission
Mermaids overarching aim is to create a world where gender diverse children and young people can be themselves and thrive; to this end, our goal is to relieve the mental and emotional stress of all those aged 19 years and under who are transgender, nonbinary and gender variant, as well as to promote education and awareness.
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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 86% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,337,663 | £1,623,159 | £1,436,821 | -£33,056 | £0 | 33 / 143 |
| 2024 | £1,174,597 | £1,920,180 | £1,722,035 | £226,224 | £87,467 | 38 / 113 |
| 2023 | £2,294,682 | £2,431,272 | £2,168,894 | £954,762 | £942,818 | 44 / 106 |
| 2022 | £1,949,606 | £1,823,594 | £1,715,786 | £1,124,209 | £1,073,207 | 34 / 70 |
| 2021 | £1,847,868 | £1,181,244 | £1,100,426 | £982,672 | £954,375 | 23 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about Mermaids
What does Mermaids do?
Mermaids overarching aim is to create a world where gender diverse children and young people can be themselves and thrive; to this end, our goal is to relieve the mental and emotional stress of all those aged 19 years and under who are transgender, nonbinary and gender variant, as well as to promote education and awareness.
How much income did Mermaids report in 2025?
Mermaids reported total income of £1.34m and reported expenditure of £1.62m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Mermaids?
Mermaids has a program ratio of 107.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Mermaids registered as a charity?
Mermaids was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 February 2015 as charity number 1160575. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Mermaids?
Mermaids is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kathryn Downs. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mermaids operate?
Mermaids operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Mermaids a registered charity?
Yes — Mermaids is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160575.
Details
167-169 Great Portland Street
LONDON
W1W 5PF
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