Southend Mencap
Advocacy service for learning disabled; Family Support Worker for families of learning disabled; Transitional Advocate for young people with learning disabilities; daily music sessions for adults with learning disabilities; sports club, music school, drama group, children's and young person's clubs and social club all for the learning disabled; also 3 charity shops and a coffee-shop.
Activities & Mission
Advocacy service for learning disabled; Family Support Worker for families of learning disabled; Transitional Advocate for young people with learning disabilities; daily music sessions for adults with learning disabilities; sports club, music school, drama group, children's and young person's clubs and social club all for the learning disabled; also 3 charity shops and a coffee-shop.
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
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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 | £387,572 | £465,780 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2024 | £874,185 | £515,200 | £408,006 | £421,541 | £421,541 | 26 / 63 |
| 2023 | £498,430 | £529,129 | 0 / 75 | |||
| 2022 | £463,030 | £502,537 | 0 / 84 | |||
| 2021 | £476,982 | £440,297 | 0 / 78 |
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Frequently asked questions about Southend Mencap
What does Southend Mencap do?
Advocacy service for learning disabled; Family Support Worker for families of learning disabled; Transitional Advocate for young people with learning disabilities; daily music sessions for adults with learning disabilities; sports club, music school, drama group, children's and young person's clubs and social club all for the learning disabled; also 3 charity shops and a coffee-shop.
How much income did Southend Mencap report in 2025?
Southend Mencap reported total income of £388k and reported expenditure of £466k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Southend Mencap registered as a charity?
Southend Mencap was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 December 1999 as charity number 1078686. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Southend Mencap?
Southend Mencap is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR CHRIS HEBDEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southend Mencap operate?
Southend Mencap operates across 2 areas: Essex and Southend-on-sea.
Is Southend Mencap a registered charity?
Yes — Southend Mencap is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078686.
Details
THE HARVEY CENTRE
100 LONDON ROAD
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
ESSEX
SS1 1PG
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