The Mea Trust
MEA House first opened in 1974 and currently has 23 tenants, which includes four tenants who are commercial entities involved with the voluntary sector. The majority of the offices are let to charities at below market rate.
Activities & Mission
MEA House first opened in 1974 and currently has 23 tenants, which includes four tenants who are commercial entities involved with the voluntary sector. The majority of the offices are let to charities at below market rate.
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
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 | £348,495 | £889,326 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £357,044 | £651,274 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £345,287 | £528,899 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £332,407 | £529,259 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £360,959 | £415,275 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Mea Trust
What does The Mea Trust do?
MEA House first opened in 1974 and currently has 23 tenants, which includes four tenants who are commercial entities involved with the voluntary sector. The majority of the offices are let to charities at below market rate.
How much income did The Mea Trust report in 2025?
The Mea Trust reported total income of £348k and reported expenditure of £889k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Mea Trust registered as a charity?
The Mea Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1999 as charity number 1074895. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Mea Trust?
The Mea Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mea Trust operate?
The Mea Trust operates in Newcastle Upon Tyne City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Mea Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Mea Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1074895.
Details
C/O ARMSTRONG WATSON LLP
FIRST FLOOR
1 STRAWBERY LANE
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 4BX
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