The Compassionate Mind Foundation
The Foundation promotes wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of Compassion Focused Therapy and compassionate mind training. It supports research and provides trainings (including workshops, conferences and diploma) as well as resources and opportunities for professional community networking and general public support.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation promotes wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of Compassion Focused Therapy and compassionate mind training. It supports research and provides trainings (including workshops, conferences and diploma) as well as resources and opportunities for professional community networking and general public support.
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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 76% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 273). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £938,507 | £956,059 | £956,059 | £239,539 | £232,689 | 14 / 0 |
| 2024 | £861,404 | £915,027 | £915,027 | £257,091 | £257,091 | 14 / 0 |
| 2023 | £635,445 | £771,110 | £771,110 | £310,714 | £301,364 | 14 / 0 |
| 2022 | £634,649 | £545,948 | £545,948 | £446,379 | £437,029 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £557,602 | £351,305 | £351,305 | £357,678 | £350,070 | 7 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Compassionate Mind Foundation
What does The Compassionate Mind Foundation do?
The Foundation promotes wellbeing through the scientific understanding and application of Compassion Focused Therapy and compassionate mind training. It supports research and provides trainings (including workshops, conferences and diploma) as well as resources and opportunities for professional community networking and general public support.
How much income did The Compassionate Mind Foundation report in 2025?
The Compassionate Mind Foundation reported total income of £939k and reported expenditure of £956k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Compassionate Mind Foundation?
The Compassionate Mind Foundation has a program ratio of 101.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 273 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Compassionate Mind Foundation registered as a charity?
The Compassionate Mind Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 July 2007 as charity number 1120364. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Compassionate Mind Foundation?
The Compassionate Mind Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kirsten McEwan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Compassionate Mind Foundation operate?
The Compassionate Mind Foundation operates across 11 areas, including Scotland, Birmingham City, Derbyshire and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Compassionate Mind Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Compassionate Mind Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120364.
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Markeaton Lodge
University of Derby
Markeaton Street
Derby
DE22 3AW
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