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Project 21

Project 21 is an innovative charity running activities, clubs and events for people with Down's Syndrome in the East of England. We pride ourselves on giving the Down's Syndrome Community a platform to express themselves and a voice in society. We believe our events promote confidence, independence and a wider, positive awareness of Down's Syndrome within our community.

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Activities & Mission

Project 21 is an innovative charity running activities, clubs and events for people with Down's Syndrome in the East of England. We pride ourselves on giving the Down's Syndrome Community a platform to express themselves and a voice in society. We believe our events promote confidence, independence and a wider, positive awareness of Down's Syndrome within our community.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£369,427
Latest Expenditure
£330,635

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 89.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 89.5%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£369,427
£330,6350 / 2
2023
£188,006
£225,7070 / 2
2022
£116,728
£99,1260 / 2
2021
£139,000
£138,0000 / 6
2020
£100,442
£96,7240 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Project 21

What does Project 21 do?

Project 21 is an innovative charity running activities, clubs and events for people with Down's Syndrome in the East of England. We pride ourselves on giving the Down's Syndrome Community a platform to express themselves and a voice in society. We believe our events promote confidence, independence and a wider, positive awareness of Down's Syndrome within our community.

How much income did Project 21 report in 2024?

Project 21 reported total income of £369k and reported expenditure of £331k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Project 21 registered as a charity?

Project 21 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2018 as charity number 1179898. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Project 21?

Project 21 is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN ADWENT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Project 21 operate?

Project 21 operates across 3 areas: Cambridgeshire, Essex and Suffolk.

Is Project 21 a registered charity?

Yes — Project 21 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179898.

Details

Address
Project21 Clubhouse
Units 1-3 Brightwell Barns
Waldringfield Road
Brightwell
Ipswich
IP10 0BJ
Registration Date
12 September 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5124440
Charity Number
1179898

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Trustees

COLIN ADWENT Chair
Andrew Harston
ANGELA EVANS
Gabrielle Neal
James Neal

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