STEPPING STONES COLLABORATION FOR RECOVERY AND WELLBEING
We offer free adult education to anyone aged 18 or older who is experiencing problems with their mental or emotional health and their supporters. Our workshops foster understanding of different conditions, uncover inner strengths and skills and show how to apply these to live a fulfilling life. We offer an additional specific programme of courses for 16 to 25 year olds.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £104,867 at year end, which the Trustees confirm is equivalent to at least 6 months of operating costs, meeting their stated policy target of 5-6 months. The charity reported a net income deficit of £18,019 for the period, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £122,886 in the previous year. Despite the deficit, the charity remains solvent with no current liabilities exceeding current assets.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees have determined that the Charity must hold a minimum level of liquid reserves equivalent to 5-6 months’ worth of operating costs, as set out in our Financial Policy.”
“The charity received grants and donations totalling £50,000 from related parties (trustees and close relatives) for the period ended 31 December 2025” — page 17
Trustees
- Dr Bernadette Fisherchair
- George Oliver Jonathan Story
- SIMON HUNTLY MUIR
- Sarah Elizabeth Gore
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £228k | £246k |
| 31/12/2024 | £265k | £229k |
| 31/12/2023 | £208k | £202k |
| 31/12/2022 | £238k | £169k |
| 31/12/2021 | £81k | £69k |
Common questions
Is STEPPING STONES COLLABORATION FOR RECOVERY AND WELLBEING financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £104,867 at year end, which the Trustees confirm is equivalent to at least 6 months of operating costs, meeting their stated policy target of 5-6 months. The charity reported a net income deficit of £18,019 for the period, resulting in a decrease in total funds from £122,886 in the previous year. Despite the deficit, the charity remains solvent with no current liabilities exceeding current assets. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/07/2023 | £10k | Young Adults Mental health and Wellbeing (Bracknell) |