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Support After Murder And Manslaughter

Also known as: Parents of Murdered Children, Samm National

SAMM is an independent voluntary organisation. We offer help and support to those bereaved as a result of murder or manslaughter. Our volunteers have been similarly bereaved and can share what this feels like. We are also involved in training and research, raising public awareness and increasing the understanding of organisations who work closely with bereaved families.

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Activities & Mission

SAMM is an independent voluntary organisation. We offer help and support to those bereaved as a result of murder or manslaughter. Our volunteers have been similarly bereaved and can share what this feels like. We are also involved in training and research, raising public awareness and increasing the understanding of organisations who work closely with bereaved families.

Grants

Support After Murder And Manslaughter is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Total spending (2025)
£238,000
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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
£246,000
Latest Expenditure
£238,000

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 96.7%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£246,000
£238,0000 / 50
2024
£214,000
£240,0000 / 45
2023
£199,725
£172,6480 / 45
2022
£183,166
£105,3670 / 45
2021
£133,000
£90,0000 / 40

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Frequently asked questions about Support After Murder And Manslaughter

What does Support After Murder And Manslaughter do?

SAMM is an independent voluntary organisation. We offer help and support to those bereaved as a result of murder or manslaughter. Our volunteers have been similarly bereaved and can share what this feels like. We are also involved in training and research, raising public awareness and increasing the understanding of organisations who work closely with bereaved families.

How much income did Support After Murder And Manslaughter report in 2025?

Support After Murder And Manslaughter reported total income of £246k and reported expenditure of £238k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Support After Murder And Manslaughter registered as a charity?

Support After Murder And Manslaughter was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 1990 as charity number 1000598. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Support After Murder And Manslaughter?

Support After Murder And Manslaughter is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rosaleen Dixon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Support After Murder And Manslaughter operate?

Support After Murder And Manslaughter operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and England And Wales.

Is Support After Murder And Manslaughter a registered charity?

Yes — Support After Murder And Manslaughter is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1000598.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
18 October 1990
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1000598
Charity Number
1000598

Trustees

Rosaleen Dixon Chair
AVRIL ROYLE
DAVID REID
Helen Smith
Jane Deamer
MARIE ELLIS
MARIE WRIGHT
SYLVIA SMITHIES

Also Known As

  • Parents of Murdered Children
  • Samm National

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