MEDEQUIP4KIDS
MedEquip4Kids improves the health of babies and children in the UK by providing hospitals with equipment not available from limited NHS resources and delivering mental health workshops in schools.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £77,559 for the year, resulting in total reserves falling to £137,354 from £214,913 the previous year. The trustees describe this deficit as a 'considered and planned decision' to increase charitable work while maintaining sufficient reserves for ongoing stability. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were materially misstated.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of employees whose employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) exceeded £60,000 was: 2026 1” — page 12
Year-over-year changes
- Employees paid over £60,000: 0 (FY2025) → 1 (FY2026).
Trustees
- BRIAN WHITEchair
- Alan Budenberg
- Alan Tattler
- Dr Mark Edward Holland MB BS Med
- IAN HARLOW
- Jerome Francis John Carson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £460k | £537k |
| 31/03/2025 | £473k | £504k |
| 31/03/2024 | £476k | £482k |
| 31/03/2023 | £433k | £443k |
| 31/03/2022 | £352k | £382k |
Common questions
Is MEDEQUIP4KIDS financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £77,559 for the year, resulting in total reserves falling to £137,354 from £214,913 the previous year. The trustees describe this deficit as a 'considered and planned decision' to increase charitable work while maintaining sufficient reserves for ongoing stability. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were materially misstated. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MEDEQUIP4KIDS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MEDEQUIP4KIDS as a grant recipient include THE DAVID FAMILY FOUNDATION, PILKINGTON CHARITIES FUND, THE PIERREPONT TRUST, THE KRISTINA MARTIN CHARITABLE TRUST, BAIN CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 23/10/2017 | £2k | Chadderton Park Sports Club - Football Frames |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/01/2005 | £4k | Refurbishment of parent accommodation in hospitals |