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the pod

The charity supports children and young people, people with disabilities, and the general public. The Pod is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing services. The charity is based in Frome and operates in Somerset.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

The Pod is a registered charity in Mendip meeting the needs of young carers and people with additional needs aged 8 upwards, and their families. The charity provides safe supportive sociable and enterprising spaces in Frome, as well as providing opportunities and support for members to engage in community initiatives.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£121,371
Latest Expenditure
£95,078

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 78.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 78.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025£121,371£95,0780 / 52
2024£97,910£82,4900 / 50
2023£96,086£69,9380 / 65
2022£71,579£59,6580 / 8
2021£51,058£32,2010 / 7

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers