West Dorset Mencap Society
Also known as: The West Dorset Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults, West Dorset Society for the Mentally Handicapped, West Dorset Society for the Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults, West Dorset Mencap
To promote the care, treatment and education of mentally handicapped children and adults and secure provision of their needs.
Activities & Mission
To promote the care, treatment and education of mentally handicapped children and adults and secure provision of their needs.
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 | £160,350 | £136,655 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2024 | £124,609 | £128,823 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2023 | £121,107 | £138,534 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £106,589 | £104,112 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2021 | £102,895 | £97,944 | 0 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about West Dorset Mencap Society
What does West Dorset Mencap Society do?
To promote the care, treatment and education of mentally handicapped children and adults and secure provision of their needs.
How much income did West Dorset Mencap Society report in 2025?
West Dorset Mencap Society reported total income of £160k and reported expenditure of £137k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was West Dorset Mencap Society registered as a charity?
West Dorset Mencap Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 1965 as charity number 243100. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs West Dorset Mencap Society?
West Dorset Mencap Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does West Dorset Mencap Society operate?
West Dorset Mencap Society operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is West Dorset Mencap Society a registered charity?
Yes — West Dorset Mencap Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 243100.
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Also Known As
- The West Dorset Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults
- West Dorset Society for the Mentally Handicapped
- West Dorset Society for the Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults
- West Dorset Mencap
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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