MOTIVATION AND LEARNING TRUST
Assisting young people from challenging backgrounds to gain experience and qualification in order to seek further education and/or employment opportunities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £55,477 to £50,922 during the year, resulting in a net cash decrease of £4,556. The trustees maintain a stated reserves policy of a minimum balance of £20,000, which the charity exceeded with £50,922 in unrestricted funds. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts or the charity's ability to continue operating.
What the accounts disclose
“The MLT maintains a reserve of £20,000.” — page 6
“Income includes donations and fundraising income totalling £598 from 3 trustees.” — page 11
“One trustee, M Manfred, claimed reimbursement of travel and other expenses totalling £268.” — page 11
“Income includes donations and fundraising income totalling £598 from 3 trustees.” — page 11
“One trustee, M Manfred, claimed reimbursement of travel and other expenses totalling £268.” — page 11
Trustees
- David Smith
- Edward Saville
- Emma Lambert
- Gareth Raymond Meredith
- Huw Moores
- John Edward Charles
- Peter John Leak
- Stacey Louise Hudd
- Stephen Charles Bridle
- Steve Williams
- Susan Felicity Ladbrooke DL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £60k | £65k |
| 31/07/2024 | £49k | £43k |
| 31/07/2023 | £38k | £43k |
| 31/07/2022 | £53k | £49k |
| 31/07/2021 | £24k | £36k |
Common questions
Is MOTIVATION AND LEARNING TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves decreased from £55,477 to £50,922 during the year, resulting in a net cash decrease of £4,556. The trustees maintain a stated reserves policy of a minimum balance of £20,000, which the charity exceeded with £50,922 in unrestricted funds. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts or the charity's ability to continue operating. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.