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The Message Enterprise Centre

Also known as: The Message Community Centre

We work with ex-offenders and those at risk of offending. Our programme starts with providing full time jobs in one of our businesses, gaining valuable work experience and skills as well as on the job training and support. Through this work we give people the chance to overcome the cycles of reoffending and continue to transform their lives as they grow in their Christian faith.

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Activities & Mission

We work with ex-offenders and those at risk of offending. Our programme starts with providing full time jobs in one of our businesses, gaining valuable work experience and skills as well as on the job training and support. Through this work we give people the chance to overcome the cycles of reoffending and continue to transform their lives as they grow in their Christian faith.

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

Latest Income
£248,044
Latest Expenditure
£450,468

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 75.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 92.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £121,514
Charitable Activities £845,974
Other Trading £4,987
Investments £768
Other Income £457,612

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,077,902
Raising Funds £310
Governance £8,716
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £89,839

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
£248,044
£450,4680 / 0
2024
£218,917
£221,2730 / 0
2023
£1,430,855
£1,168,051£1,077,902£3,651,277£50,40013 / 14
2022
£1,243,282
£1,326,159£1,326,135£3,388,473£40,36516 / 60
2021
£1,340,858
£1,103,094£1,103,094£3,125,195£3,125,19520 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Message Enterprise Centre

What does The Message Enterprise Centre do?

We work with ex-offenders and those at risk of offending. Our programme starts with providing full time jobs in one of our businesses, gaining valuable work experience and skills as well as on the job training and support. Through this work we give people the chance to overcome the cycles of reoffending and continue to transform their lives as they grow in their Christian faith.

How much income did The Message Enterprise Centre report in 2025?

The Message Enterprise Centre reported total income of £248k and reported expenditure of £450k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Message Enterprise Centre registered as a charity?

The Message Enterprise Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 May 2012 as charity number 1147287. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs The Message Enterprise Centre?

The Message Enterprise Centre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is GORDON HAYNES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Message Enterprise Centre operate?

The Message Enterprise Centre operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Message Enterprise Centre a registered charity?

Yes — The Message Enterprise Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147287.

Details

Address
The Message Enterprise Centre
6 Harper Road
Sharston
Manchester
Lancashire
M22 4RG
Registration Date
17 May 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5019498
Charity Number
1147287

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Trustees

GORDON HAYNES Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Amy Orr-Ewing
Also governs 1 other charity
ANDREW CHRISTOPER LEAKEY
Dr Laura Neilson
Also governs 1 other charity
Fiona Claire Bruce
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev ROBERT WHITE

Also Known As

  • The Message Community Centre

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30 July 2026
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