INSIDE OUT CYMRU
The objects of the charity are to assist in the treatment and care of persons with learning difficulties or disabilities, mental health and well-being issues of any description or in need or rehabilitation as a result of such illness, disability or difficulty, by the provision of arts and educational activities including volunteering opportunities in Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £26,284 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income rising to £111,134 from £45,946 in the prior year. Unrestricted reserves stood at £29,457, which is above the stated policy target of £10,000. The trustees confirm that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“In accordance with good corporate governance and Charity Commission guidelines, the Board is maintaining an accumulated reserve of £10,000 as an unrestricted contingency fund to cover between 6-12 months operating costs.” — page 6
“1 trustee that was appointed during the year received £200 for freelance work (2024: £605). None of the other trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration from the charity during the current or prior year.” — page 20
“1 trustee that was appointed during the year received £200 for freelance work (2024: £605). None of the other trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration from the charity during the current or prior year.” — page 20
Trustees
- David Chamberlainchair
- Kevin Jakeway
- LESLEY ANN PRATLEY
- Ruth Helen Bardell
- Solanged Portela Ruiz
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £111k | £85k |
| 31/03/2024 | £46k | £77k |
| 31/03/2023 | £142k | £102k |
| 31/03/2022 | £113k | £109k |
| 31/03/2021 | £124k | £123k |
Common questions
Is INSIDE OUT CYMRU financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £26,284 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total income rising to £111,134 from £45,946 in the prior year. Unrestricted reserves stood at £29,457, which is above the stated policy target of £10,000. The trustees confirm that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 30/09/2024 | £18k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/07/2024 | £12k | Create: Community Champions |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/12/2019 | £272k | Expanding Community Mental Health Provision in Gwent |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 13/05/2019 | £10k | Voices for Mental Health |
| UK government | 01/02/2019 | £12k | Women Side by Side |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 13/12/2018 | £10k | "The River Ogmore and its communities" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 26/04/2018 | £9k | "Cabinets of Curiosities" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/04/2016 | £5k | Community Development at Inside Out Cymru |