Mind Blmk
Also known as: Bedfordshire and Luton Mind, The Befrienders for Mental Health and Learning Disabilities
To provide advice, support and other services to empower and develop anyone experiencing a mental health problem in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes
Activities & Mission
To provide advice, support and other services to empower and develop anyone experiencing a mental health problem in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 82% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% 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
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £2,318,432 | £2,476,824 | £2,416,280 | £989,496 | £696,144 | 102 / 23 |
| 2024 | £2,490,333 | £2,520,001 | £2,421,325 | £1,147,887 | £1,109,506 | 110 / 48 |
| 2023 | £1,932,691 | £1,869,125 | £1,805,481 | £1,177,555 | £883,600 | 97 / 45 |
| 2022 | £1,873,365 | £1,498,879 | £1,418,905 | £1,113,989 | £1,071,656 | 75 / 44 |
| 2021 | £1,246,178 | £1,057,714 | £962,786 | £739,503 | £618,101 | 63 / 110 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Mind Blmk
What does Mind Blmk do?
To provide advice, support and other services to empower and develop anyone experiencing a mental health problem in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes
How much income did Mind Blmk report in 2025?
Mind Blmk reported total income of £2.32m and reported expenditure of £2.48m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Mind Blmk?
Mind Blmk has a program ratio of 104.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Mind Blmk registered as a charity?
Mind Blmk was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 1998 as charity number 1068724. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Mind Blmk?
Mind Blmk is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Clarke. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Mind Blmk operate?
Mind Blmk operates across 4 areas: Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
Is Mind Blmk a registered charity?
Yes — Mind Blmk is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068724.
Details
The Rufus Centre
Steppingley Road
Flitwick
BEDFORD
MK45 1AH
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Also Known As
- Bedfordshire and Luton Mind
- The Befrienders for Mental Health and Learning Disabilities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated