The Ways And Means Trust Limited
Also known as: Reading Industrial Therapy Organisation Limited, Greenboro, Greenshoots (horticultural Therapy Unit), Ways and Means
The Charity is for adults who have learning, physical or mental health disabilities with training, socialisation and work experience opportunities in a friendly, person-centred setting to assist them to lead rewarding lives, realise their potential and to build their confidence. To engage community and employers to educate on disability issues, which embrace and values inclusion and independence.
Activities & Mission
The Charity is for adults who have learning, physical or mental health disabilities with training, socialisation and work experience opportunities in a friendly, person-centred setting to assist them to lead rewarding lives, realise their potential and to build their confidence. To engage community and employers to educate on disability issues, which embrace and values inclusion and independence.
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 | £317,905 | £304,449 | 0 / 205 | |||
| 2024 | £304,407 | £324,438 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £320,937 | £318,948 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £328,779 | £313,393 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £355,574 | £334,952 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ways And Means Trust Limited
What does The Ways And Means Trust Limited do?
The Charity is for adults who have learning, physical or mental health disabilities with training, socialisation and work experience opportunities in a friendly, person-centred setting to assist them to lead rewarding lives, realise their potential and to build their confidence. To engage community and employers to educate on disability issues, which embrace and values inclusion and independence.
How much income did The Ways And Means Trust Limited report in 2025?
The Ways And Means Trust Limited reported total income of £318k and reported expenditure of £304k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ways And Means Trust Limited registered as a charity?
The Ways And Means Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 February 1968 as charity number 255074. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs The Ways And Means Trust Limited?
The Ways And Means Trust Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Spicer Villars. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ways And Means Trust Limited operate?
The Ways And Means Trust Limited operates across 5 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Oxfordshire, Reading and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Ways And Means Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Ways And Means Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 255074.
Details
Manor Farm
Rotherfield Peppard
Henley-on-Thames
Oxfordshire
RG9 5LA
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Also Known As
- Reading Industrial Therapy Organisation Limited
- Greenboro
- Greenshoots (horticultural Therapy Unit)
- Ways and Means
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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