BETTER ACTION FOR FAMILIES CIO
Better Action For Families (BAFF) deliver healthy group sessions to parent/carers, adults/children with learning disabilities their families and the community. BAFF also facilitate the Carers Reference Group for Leeds and support carers who volunteer for an independent project the Good Lives Leaders, who visit residential homes of adults with learning disabilities and submit a report to QCC.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The charity reported a net receipt of £5,561 for the year, resulting in total fund balances of £39,375. Free reserves stood at £12,554, which exceeds the stated minimum policy target of £2,000. The accounts were examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that no material matters were identified.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity will maintain a minimum of £2,000 in free reserves to cover unforeseen expenses and, if necessary, cover the costs of closing the charity in an orderly way.” — page 5
“During the year 1 trustees were paid a total of £8 in respect of travel (previous year: Nil). Trustee remuneration and benefits No trustee received any remuneration or benefit during this or the previous year.” — page 11
Trustees
- Christopher Charlton
- Edson Masunda
- Jackie Hartley
- Jonny Ruddette
- LEANNE BENSON
- MRS K IQBAL
- MS Y UGARTE
- Paul Broadbent
- Rebecca Dagless
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £48k | £43k |
| 31/03/2025 | £42k | £70k |
| 31/03/2024 | £57k | £69k |
| 31/03/2023 | £60k | £70k |
| 31/03/2022 | £64k | £45k |
Common questions
Is BETTER ACTION FOR FAMILIES CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The charity reported a net receipt of £5,561 for the year, resulting in total fund balances of £39,375. Free reserves stood at £12,554, which exceeds the stated minimum policy target of £2,000. The accounts were examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that no material matters were identified. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BETTER ACTION FOR FAMILIES CIO?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BETTER ACTION FOR FAMILIES CIO as a grant recipient include CHARITIES OF THOMAS WADE AND OTHERS.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARITIES OF THOMAS WADE AND OTHERS | FY2023 | £5k | Provision of facilities for recreation, amusement, entertainment and general social intercourse |
| CHARITIES OF THOMAS WADE AND OTHERS | FY2025 | £2k | Provision of facilities for recreation, amusement, entertainment and general social intercourse |
| CHARITIES OF THOMAS WADE AND OTHERS | FY2024 | £2k | Provision of facilities for recreation, amusement, entertainment and general social intercourse |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 24/07/2025 | £20k | Better Action for Families |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/04/2024 | £20k | Better Action for Families |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 16/03/2023 | £10k | "21 years on" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/12/2022 | £10k | Better Action for Families |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/03/2020 | £10k | Better Action for Families CIO |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 05/08/2015 | £8k | Better Action for Families |