REACH OUT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CIO
We offer free counselling sessions via trainee counsellors to adults living in Essex who are experiencing suicidal thoughts. This can be offered face to face, over the phone or via Zoom. We also offer befriending calls and host peer led coffee groups across Essex.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £16,220 at the end of the period, which is below its stated policy target of three months of running costs. Total receipts for the year were £177,605 against total payments of £197,256, resulting in a net decrease in funds. The charity relies on various funding sources including the NHS, National Lottery, and individual donations.
What the accounts disclose
“The Charity aims to have a minimum of three months running costs (including salaries) in reserves.” — page 7
Funders the charity credits
- The National Lottery Community Fund
Trustees
- Remneek Sangarchair
- Elizabeth Anne McCaig
- Eranga Arnold Seneviratne
- Lucy Howchen
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £178k | £197k |
| 31/07/2024 | £150k | £141k |
| 31/07/2023 | £155k | £80k |
Common questions
Is REACH OUT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held unrestricted reserves of £16,220 at the end of the period, which is below its stated policy target of three months of running costs. Total receipts for the year were £177,605 against total payments of £197,256, resulting in a net decrease in funds. The charity relies on various funding sources including the NHS, National Lottery, and individual donations.
Who funds REACH OUT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CIO?
Funders whose own accounts filings name REACH OUT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CIO as a grant recipient include CHARLES S FRENCH CHARITABLE TRUST, ROSCA TRUST, THE ARCHER TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLES S FRENCH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | |
| ROSCA TRUST | FY2022 | £2k | |
| ROSCA TRUST | FY2023 | £2k | |
| THE ARCHER TRUST | FY2022 | £2k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/01/2026 | £936k | Free suicide prevention service for adults in Essex |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/12/2024 | £20k | Port In A Storm |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/01/2023 | £291k | Continuation Reach Out for Mental Health |