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The Trustee Board meets at least six times a year and organises smaller working parties for specific tasks.
The board meets every half term (a minimum of 6 times a year), and organises smaller working parties for specific tasks.
Governance · Procedural statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 18
The charity conducts DBS checks and annual safeguarding training for all trustees, staff, and volunteers.
DBS checks are then carried out every three years and everyone in the charity attends annual safeguarding training.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 18
Mustard Seed Autism Trust had seven staff members and fourteen volunteers supporting their work with autistic children and siblings in the year ending August 2025.
At the end of August 2025 we had 7 members of staff employed by the charity: Service Delivery Manager Lead Occupational Therapist 2 Family Support Workers Branches Manager Office and Financial Administrator Fundraising and Communications Manager We contracted additional therapists on a daily basis. Our work with autistic children and siblings has been supported by 14 volunteers this year.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 18
The charity's objectives are to promote and protect the physical and mental health of people with autism and related conditions through various means.
The objectives of the charity are: “To promote and protect the physical and mental health of people with autism and related conditions and their families and carers through the provision of support, therapeutic intervention, education and practical advice in such ways as the Trustees may from time to time think fit.”
Policy · Policy statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 18
Mustard Seed Autism Trust transitioned from a Charitable Trust to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in June 2024.
Mustard Seed Autism Trust registered as a Charitable Trust in July 2012, and then transitioned to become a Charitable Incorporated Organistion in June 2024.
Governance · Policy statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 18
Grants were the largest source of income for Mustard Seed Autism Trust in the year ending August 2025.
Our largest stream of income came from grants. We are very grateful to the following funders for their support this year......
Financial · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 17
Mustard Seed Autism Trust has corporate partners who support its events and activities.
We are very grateful for our continued partnership with Elite Sports Marketing Ltd. As well as attending and supporting our events, they generously sponsored our Fashion Show
Commissioning · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 16
Mustard Seed Autism Trust organised fundraising events such as the Valentines Quiz and Fashion Show.
This year we organised two main fundraising events. For the third year running our Valentines Quiz was hosted at Fleet Town Football Club and raised a wonderful £1,606! In July we partnered with Odiham Cottage Hospital Charity Shops to host a Fashion Show at Cross Barn in Odiham.
Commissioning · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 15
Mustard Seed Autism Trust received significant donations from various organisations to support its activities.
We were able to make a difference to 148 families this year because of the support of generous individuals and organisations, including: TKMaxx and Homesense Foundation The Well of life Buryfields Infant School All Saints Junior School Rushmoor Rotary Club Rowledge Parish Council Surrey and Hants Morris Minor Members Club Elvetham Lodge Farnborough Quakers Cotton Twist
Financial · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 14
Mustard Seed Autism Trust exceeded its budget target due to increased demand for self-funded OT services.
Exceeded budget target due to increased demand for self-funded OT services.
Financial · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 13
Mustard Seed Autism Trust has a growing staff team with new hires and promotions.
In October 2024 Maria Butler-Gibson joined us as our second Family Support Worker. In summer 2025 Francis Bland became the manager of our costed service Branches, and George Iverson took over as our Lead Occupational Therapist.
Operational · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 11
Jack's Occupational Therapy sessions included scooter practice and cutlery use.
A scooter was brought into the sessions and Jack practiced each step....he can now scoot short distances, use the brake and wear a helmet! Through therapeutic games and specialist equipment, Jack learned to use cutlery
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 10
Mustard Seed Autism Trust offers Occupational Therapy sessions to help develop motor skills and sensory regulation.
1. Occupational Therapy sessions to help: -develop his gross and fine motor skills -sensory regulation
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 10
The Sibling Support sessions provide a safe space for siblings to explore and express feelings.
providing a safe space to explore and express feelings
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 9
Mustard Seed Autism Trust runs monthly Sibling Support sessions.
We ran monthly Sibling Support sessions for primary children and young teens.
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 9
100% of parents felt listened to and would recommend Mustard Seed’s services.
100% said they felt listened to. 100% said they would use Mustard Seed again if needed. 100% would recommend us to other families.
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 6
Parents reported a significant reduction in stress after Mustard Seed’s support.
Overall parents noted a reduction in stress from an average score of 4.7 down to 2.9 after Mustard Seed’s support.
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 6
91% of children fully achieved their targets in sessions.
We set targets for each child and reviewed these at the end of the sessions. We are very pleased to report that 91% of the children fully achieved their targets!
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 7
Mustard Seed Autism Trust provided support to over 148 families through various services.
Between September 2024 and August 2025 we supported a total of 148 families through -
Service · Observational claim · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 6
The charity plans to recruit new trustees for fresh perspectives and skills.
As we look ahead to our strategic aims for the coming year, we will be recruiting new trustees to bring fresh perspectives, skills and diverse experiences to our Board.
Governance · Commitment statement · From Mustard Seed Autism Trust — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 August 2025, page 3