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The foundation's approach involves understanding, innovating and implementing solutions for mental health issues.
YPMH believes that greater progress can be achieved by strengthening the translation of research evidence into action. While significant advances have been made in understanding the social, psychological and biological factors
Strategic · Policy statement · From The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 January 2026, page 4
The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health aims to reduce mental ill health and suicides among young people.
The charity's charitable purpose is to protect and promote the health of young people through reducing the incidence and severity of mental ill health and reducing the number of young people who take their own lives.
Policy · Policy statement · From The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 January 2026, page 4
Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in many countries.
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among young people in many countries.
Context · Observational claim · From The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 January 2026, page 4
Many young people do not receive timely or appropriate support for mental health issues.
Large numbers of young people do not receive timely or appropriate support and many continue to experience recurring or persistent difficulties.
Context · Observational claim · From The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 January 2026, page 4
Mental health conditions are a significant cause of illness and disability among young people.
Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety are among the leading causes of ill health and disability in young people and can have profound and long-lasting effects on education, employment, relationships, physical health and quality of life.
Context · Observational claim · From The William Templeton Foundation for Young People's Mental Health — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 January 2026, page 4
Frome Birth Talk is actively cultivating a strong network of volunteers to support key roles.
We are actively cultivating a strong network of volunteers who can provide support and potentially step into key roles as needed.
Operational · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 26
Frome Birth Talk is enhancing professional development opportunities to promote job satisfaction and retention.
We are enhancing our continuous professional development opportunities provided to staff and trustees to enhance their skills and capabilities, promoting job satisfaction and retention.
Operational · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 26
Frome Birth Talk is developing a comprehensive succession plan to ensure continuity of leadership and critical roles.
We are developing a comprehensive succession plan to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of leadership and critical roles within the organisation.
Operational · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 26
Frome Birth Talk maintains financial reserves as a buffer against unforeseen challenges.
We maintain an adequate level of financial reserves to provide a buffer against unforeseen financial challenges, ensuring we can sustain our operations in times of uncertainty.
Financial · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 25
Frome Birth Talk is putting rigorous financial planning and budgeting processes in place to ensure funds are allocated effectively.
Rigorous financial planning and budgeting processes are being put in place to ensure funds are allocated effectively and efficiently, with regular reviews to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments.
Financial · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 25
Frome Birth Talk is diversifying its funding sources to reduce dependency on any single revenue stream.
We are continuing to expand our funding sources to include grants, donations, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events to reduce dependency on any single revenue stream.
Financial · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 25
Frome Birth Talk is implementing strategies to maintain long-term financial sustainability.
Maintaining long-term financial sustainability is essential for our charity to continue providing valuable services and support to our beneficiaries. To address this risk, we are implementing several strategies:
Financial · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 25
Frome Birth Talk is committed to providing all services free of charge, although donations are welcomed.
We have referred to the guidance contained in the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit when reviewing our aims and objectives and continue to be committed to providing all our services free of charge, although donations are welcomed.
Service · Commitment statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 24
Frome Birth Talk received £40,338 through community fundraising in 2025.
In 2025, we received £40,338 through community fundraising.
Financial · Funding statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 23
Frome Birth Talk aims to hold unrestricted reserves for three months' expenditure.
We aim to hold sufficient unrestricted reserves for three months’ expenditure, which is currently £20,067. We currently have £32,601 in unrestricted reserves.
Financial · Commitment statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 22
Frome Birth Talk secured £69,017 in grants and donations during the year ending February 2026.
In 2025-26, we secured the following grants and large donations, totalling: £69,017
Financial · Funding statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 22
All staff, counsellors, trainee counsellors and volunteers have DBS checks.
All staff, counsellors, trainee counsellors and volunteers have DBS checks, renewable every three years, organised and paid for by the charity.
Service · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 21
Frome Birth Talk had nine counsellors providing a total of 25 sessions per week by the end of February 2026.
At the end of February 2026 we had 9 counsellors providing 14 in-person and 11 remote sessions per week (25 sessions per week in total).
Service · Observational claim · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 20
Frome Birth Talk uses trainee counsellors to increase the number of counselling sessions offered.
By using trainee counsellors, we can significantly increase the number of sessions on offer, for the cost of professional supervision and mileage.
Service · Policy statement · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 20
Three trustees resigned during the year ending February 2026.
Karen Patrick (resigned November 2025) Jess Taylor (resigned November 2025) Annabel Litchfield (resigned February 2026)
Governance · Observational claim · From Frome Birth Talk — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2026, page 18