THRIVE SOCIAL HOUSING
To prevent and relieve hardship and distress amongst persons who are in need by reason of homelessness, psychological or physical infirmity or addiction, or who, by reason of adverse circumstances, ill-health or by being a discharged offender, are in need of help in acquiring a settled way of life, by the provision of residential accommodation, move-on accommodation, care and treatment.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that the group reported a planned deficit of £128k for the year ended 31 March 2026, resulting from strategic investments in staff training and systems. Despite this, the group maintains strong unrestricted reserves of £1,568k, which exceeds its ideal policy target of £1,111k, and holds cash balances of £2,086k. The trustees confirm the group is well-placed to continue operations for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“Income from charitable activities Unrestricted funds 2026 £000 5,514”
“Ideal reserves levels are £1,111k, so when reserves are between £850k and £1,150k levels the Trustees will not be looking to make significant changes and budgets will be focused on delivering unrestricted reserves to the £1,150k level.” — page 10
“The Charity’s wholly owned subsidiary, Emerging Futures CIC, provides Executive and governance support for the Charity and also donates any profits to the Charity under a formal gift aid agreement. Tom Ebbutt and David Moran are Trustees of both organisations.” — page 11
“The Charity has one subsidiary company, Emerging Futures CIC (EF) (company number 08938725) incorporated on 13 March 2014. The company is limited by guarantee, with Thrive Social Housing being the sole corporate member since 25 March 2021.” — page 10
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2026)
Trustees
- David Moranchair
- Fiona Rogers
- Stephanie Birch
- Steven McGawn
- Susan Giles
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £13.0m | £13.1m |
| 31/03/2025 | £13.3m | £12.7m |
| 31/03/2024 | £11.6m | £11.6m |
| 31/03/2023 | £9.1m | £8.5m |
| 31/03/2022 | £7.7m | £7.1m |
Common questions
Is THRIVE SOCIAL HOUSING financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that the group reported a planned deficit of £128k for the year ended 31 March 2026, resulting from strategic investments in staff training and systems. Despite this, the group maintains strong unrestricted reserves of £1,568k, which exceeds its ideal policy target of £1,111k, and holds cash balances of £2,086k. The trustees confirm the group is well-placed to continue operations for the foreseeable future. Its FY2026 accounts were audited by Hazlewoods LLP.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE CHERUBY TRUST | 1 | — |
| THE MEDLOCK CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £115k |
| ODIN CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £90k |
| STRATFORD-UPON-AVON TOWN TRUST | 1 | £75k |
| THE ROPER FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £60k |
| THE NISBET TRUST | 1 | £53k |
| THE MRS SMITH AND MOUNT TRUST | 1 | £36k |
| QUARTET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | 1 | £18k |
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THRIVE SOCIAL HOUSING | £13.0m | — | — | above | — | no doubt |
| THRIVE | £162k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THRALE ALMSHOUSE AND RELIEF IN NEED CHARITY | £274k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THAMES REACH HOUSING | £3.2m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HOPE HOUSING, TRAINING AND SUPPORT LIMITED | £1.6m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| The Alongside Charity | £11.2m | over £60,000 | 2 | within | — | no doubt |