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The Memory Box Foundation

The main activities of the CIO are the provision of courses and projects utilising historical and heritage related themes for people living with mental health issues, dementia, or experiencing isolation or loneliness. The CIO also provides activities for young people to learn from their peers, and also to provide training for carers on reminiscence therapy techniques.

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Activities & Mission

The main activities of the CIO are the provision of courses and projects utilising historical and heritage related themes for people living with mental health issues, dementia, or experiencing isolation or loneliness. The CIO also provides activities for young people to learn from their peers, and also to provide training for carers on reminiscence therapy techniques.

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
£38,041
Latest Expenditure
£62,728

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 164.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 164.9%
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
£38,041
£62,7280 / 100
2024
£100,826
£73,2150 / 25
2023
£80,579
£78,9490 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Memory Box Foundation

What does The Memory Box Foundation do?

The main activities of the CIO are the provision of courses and projects utilising historical and heritage related themes for people living with mental health issues, dementia, or experiencing isolation or loneliness. The CIO also provides activities for young people to learn from their peers, and also to provide training for carers on reminiscence therapy techniques.

How much income did The Memory Box Foundation report in 2025?

The Memory Box Foundation reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £63k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Memory Box Foundation registered as a charity?

The Memory Box Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 2021 as charity number 1197067. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Memory Box Foundation?

The Memory Box Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Colin Hodson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Memory Box Foundation operate?

The Memory Box Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Memory Box Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Memory Box Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197067.

Details

Address
Unit 310
Solent Business Centre
343 Millbrook Road West
SOUTHAMPTON
SO15 0HW
Registration Date
13 December 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5188499
Charity Number
1197067

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Trustees

Michael Colin Hodson Chair
Della Osborne
Lorraine Castiglione

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