CHEXS
CHEXS utilises a unique model to build strong families that contribute to a thriving community. By working with the whole family, CHEXS helps parents or carers build strong, positive relationships and trust with their children. We also coach children and young people through a variety of innovative projects designed to build self-esteem, teamwork, problem-solving and tangible skills.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a total surplus of £52,807 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted free reserves standing at £76,514. The trustees' report notes that the charity remains in a strong financial position with cash at bank of £187,299, supporting healthy liquidity and operational resilience.
What the accounts disclose
“Our reserves policy is regularly reviewed to ensure it meets operational needs. The goal is to maintain a fund of approximately three months of operational costs of £135,000 and up to £45,000 towards staff redundancy costs.” — page 13
“J Cottenden who is a trustee, was paid £652 (2024 - £Nil) during the year.” — page 23
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (01/12/2023)
Trustees
- ANTHONY GORTONchair
- Benjamin Booth
- Jessica Hewitt
- Julie Cottenden
- SHEILA FARMER
- Sarah Goldsmith
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £592k | £540k |
| 31/08/2024 | £486k | £481k |
| 31/08/2023 | £417k | £440k |
| 31/08/2022 | £390k | £363k |
| 31/08/2021 | £344k | £311k |
Common questions
Is CHEXS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a total surplus of £52,807 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with unrestricted free reserves standing at £76,514. The trustees' report notes that the charity remains in a strong financial position with cash at bank of £187,299, supporting healthy liquidity and operational resilience. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/04/2026 | £75k | CHEXS Open Door Community Youth Project |
| Postcode Lottery | 07/10/2025 | £20k | Millionaire Street 2025 10w2 Year 1 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/04/2025 | £19k | CHEXS Holiday Support Programme |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/07/2023 | £7k | MH CHEXS School Holiday Leadership Club |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 16/02/2023 | £426k | Stronger Families |
| Postcode Lottery | 26/02/2022 | £24k | CHEXS’ Holiday Leadership Clubs |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/04/2021 | £10k | Time For You |
| UK government | 23/06/2020 | £19k | VSCE CMC Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/06/2020 | £41k | (C19 BLF) Frontline support for vulnerable children and their families |
| UK government | 19/05/2020 | £3k | VSCE CMC Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 12/12/2019 | £122k | CHEXS Family Support Lead |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/08/2018 | £9k | CHEXS Parenting Support Programme |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/11/2015 | £9k | My Life |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/07/2014 | £9k | Tile Journey Wall Hanging Project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/04/2012 | £10k | Extended Learning Opportunities for Families |