THE ANNE MATTHEWS TRUST
We operate Braich Goch; a residential learning centre, sanctuary space, and community hub for individuals & community groups working to combat the sources and effects of inequality, poverty, discrimination and oppression. We are especially committed to working with young adults from refugee and migrant backgrounds, to develop networks, access opportunities, and gain new skills and knowledge.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds £248,669 in unrestricted funds, which exceeds its stated policy of retaining three months of running costs as reserves. The trustees confirm that the accounts are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified regarding the charity's ability to continue operations.
What the accounts disclose
“General grants provided by government/other charities 339,872”
“In line with our policy of retaining at least 3 months running costs as reserves.” — page 7
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- Lucy Pearsonchair
- Andre Kpodonu
- Dr Jasber Singh
- Eden Lesley Yoha-Binti Lunghy
- Osian Morris
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £371k | £255k |
| 31/08/2024 | £260k | £198k |
| 31/08/2023 | £244k | £185k |
| 31/08/2022 | £200k | £174k |
| 31/08/2021 | £170k | £137k |
Common questions
Is THE ANNE MATTHEWS TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds £248,669 in unrestricted funds, which exceeds its stated policy of retaining three months of running costs as reserves. The trustees confirm that the accounts are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified regarding the charity's ability to continue operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE ANNE MATTHEWS TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ANNE MATTHEWS TRUST as a grant recipient include THE JOSEPH ROWNTREE CHARITABLE TRUST, THE LANKELLYCHASE FOUNDATION, MOONDANCE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE JOSEPH ROWNTREE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £191k | Walking The Walk Phase 2: Implementing Our Learning |
| THE JOSEPH ROWNTREE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £136k | New Ways of Being / New Ways of Doing: Decolonising Community Work |
| THE LANKELLYCHASE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £65k | Exploring infrastructures to better resource and support movements & collectives in Europe |
| MOONDANCE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £25k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farming The Future | 22/05/2026 | £15k | How to Build An Alternative Food System: Popular Education and Agroecology for Bottom Up Organising |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/03/2025 | £20k | Braich Goch Sanctuary Programme (Cymru) |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/06/2023 | £10k | Warmer Bodies; Warmer Connections |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 07/03/2022 | £10k | Community Leadership Residentials |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 08/09/2021 | £5k | Braich Goch Community Hub |