MID DORSET MENCAP
We aim to improve the quality of life for local people with learning disabilities by raising funds to provide goods and services to support and benefit them, their families and carers, over and above those provided by statutory authorities.Typically, Mid Dorset Mencap will support applications that help people with learning disabilities to live independently.The Group opened a charity shop
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £14,730 for the year ended 31 March 2026, a significant improvement on the previous year's deficit. Unrestricted reserves increased to £23,600, which the trustees note is above their policy target of three months of operating costs. The charity describes its financial position as stable, allowing for continued investment in activities.
What the accounts disclose
“Income was primarily generated through the operation of the charity shop, which brought in £80,022” — page 3
“The trustees aim to maintain unrestricted reserves equivalent to three months of operating costs.” — page 4
Trustees
- Rosemary Brittenchair
- Adrian James Foote
- Andrew Reed
- Daniel Brookes
- Kaye Kerridge
- Penelope Suarez-Perez
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £83k | £68k |
| 31/03/2025 | £79k | £98k |
| 31/03/2024 | £94k | £106k |
| 31/03/2023 | £82k | £68k |
| 31/03/2022 | £70k | £65k |
Common questions
Is MID DORSET MENCAP financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £14,730 for the year ended 31 March 2026, a significant improvement on the previous year's deficit. Unrestricted reserves increased to £23,600, which the trustees note is above their policy target of three months of operating costs. The charity describes its financial position as stable, allowing for continued investment in activities. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MID DORSET MENCAP?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MID DORSET MENCAP as a grant recipient include THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £10k | |
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/11/2022 | £10k | Funding For Training Support |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/03/2021 | £39k | Mid Dorset Mencap Relocation |
| UK government | 02/10/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/09/2018 | £2k | Art/Self impression sessions |