REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1064952
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
FOR
BABY BASICS MK
Rawlinson Pryde & Partners
Chartered Certified Accountants
Argent House
5 Goldington Road
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK40 3JY

BABY BASICS MK
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Report of the Trustees
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of assets and liabilities
Receipts and payments account
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BABY BASICS MK
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) 'Accounting and
Reporting by Charities' issued in March 2005.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1064952
Principal address
MK Charity Hub
Barford, Galley Hill,
Milton Keynes
MK11 1PE
Trustees
SL Forbes - Chair
SE McGrory - Trustee
P A Verity - Trustee
Volunteers
E Amartey - Treasurer
Independent examiner
Rawlinson Pryde & Partners
Chartered Certified Accountants
Argent House
5 Goldington Road
Bedford
Bedfordshire, MK40 ЗJY
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust (resolution and amended deed adopted
February 2017) and constitutes an unincorporated charity.
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
Trustees are appointed after being interviewed by the panel of trustees then voted upon and appointed
The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure
appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
Baby Basics MK receives donations, sorts and prepares these donations into gift packages, and gives these to
those in need.
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Network of Referrals
All of this is done through referrals from Health Professionals, Children Centres, Nurseries, Churches, Social
Services, MK University Hospital and General Practitioners and the like across Milton Keynes.
MK Charity Hub
Baby Basics MK is situated in the Milton Keynes Charity Hub, alongside Foodbank MK and Girl Pack, which is
sponsored by Milton Keynes Council.
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Summary of the objectives of the charity set out in its document
a) The prevention of relief of financial hardship, poverty or distress, among people living or working in Milton
Keynes and the surrounding areas, by providing such persons with children's clothing, toys and related children's
furniture which they could not otherwise afford through lack of means and by the recycling and provision of
furniture, clothes and other items specifically related to the needs of young people.
b) The promotion of such other charitable purposes which may conveniently be carried on in connection with
the above objectives.
Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objectives
What a year it has been for Baby Basics MK!
From our early days as a small, volunteer-led project, the charity has grown into a vibrant, community-driven
organisation. A pivotal grant of £18,563 from the Milton Keynes Community Foundation enabled us to secure a
part-time paid role as demand increased, providing stability and professional oversight. Today, our work continues
to be powered by the generosity of individuals, companies and local businesses who believe passionately in out
mission.
At the heart of Baby Basics MK is an extraordinary team of volunteers. Their passion, dedication and diverse skills
make everything we do possible, Thanks to them, our reach has expanded, our services have strengthened and our
impact across Milton Keynes continues to grow in remarkable ways.
ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE
The year 2024-25 has been one of our most dynamic, demanding and impactful to date. The ongoing financial
crisis has placed immense strain on families - rising living costs and unaffordable bills have pushed more people into
hardship. Against this backdrop, Baby Basics MK has stepped up with determination and compassion, ensuring
families receive the support they urgently need.
Leadership Transition
This year marked a major milestone in our journey. We extend our deepest appreciation to Melanie Lewis, who
led Baby Basics MK 2014/15 to 2023/24, laying exceptional foundations and raising the charity profile across
the Milton Keynes.
In 2024 we were thrilled to welcome Hannah Forbes as our new project manager. With her background as a
former community mobiliser, Hannah brings fresh energy, vision and an exciting drive for the next chapter of
the charity.
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Our Impact at a Glance (2024/25)
- 3117 children supported through our core services
- Powerful feedback from families, NHS professionals and Family Centre, reinforcing the essential role we
play in alleviating poverty and supporting child wellbeing
- A major move into new premises alongside the Charity Hub, provided by Milton Keynes Council - an
exciting step securing our long term future and enhancing how we serve families.
Top Up Shop: Continued Growth
Launched in September 2021 in partnership with King's Community Centre, the top up shop has become a lifeline
for families. For a small donation, parents can access 10-20 essential baby items including nappies, wipes and food
- support that has never been more needed.
In 2024/25 the Top Up Shop supported:
- 1281 children
With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to tighten its grip, the Top Up Shop has proven invaluable, offering dignity,
choice and practical help to families navigating enormous financial pressure.
Looking Ahead
This year has been transformative for Baby Basics MK - marked by leadership renewal, strengthened partnership
with Family Centres, the move into new premises and continued growth in the number of families we support.
As we look to the future we are delighted to announce the creation of a salaried Warehouse Lead role. This new
position will support our Project Manager and help steer the charity into its next phase of development - ensuring
we remain resilient, responsive and ready to meet rising community need.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves policy
The trustees seek to keep 2 months reserves.
Approved by order of the board of trustees on 13-12 - 2025
.....and signed on its behalf by:
S L Forbes - Chair of Trustees
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
BABY BASICS MK
I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025, which are set out on pages five to seven.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the
requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I have examined your charity's accounts as required under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act'). In
carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section
145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe:
1.
2.
3.
4.
that accounting records were not kept as required by section 130 of the Act; or
that the accounts do not accord with those records; or
that the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Act; or
that there is further information needed for a proper understanding of the accounts.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters (1) to (4) listed above and, in
connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission I have found no matters that require drawing
to your attention.
Tracey Walker
TJ Walker (Mrs)
Rawlinson Pryde & Partners
Chartered Certified Accountants
Argent House
5 Goldington Road
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK40 3JY
Date: 13 December 2025
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
AT 31 MARCH 2025
31.3.25
Unrestricted
Funds
31.3.24
Unrestricted
Funds
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash at bank and in hand
NET CURRENT ASSETS
NET ASSETS
76,336
76,336
76,336
66,077
66,077
66,077
FUNDS
Unrestricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS
76,336
76,336
66,077
66,077
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on. 13|12.2025
...and were signed
on its behalf by:
SL Forbes -Chair of Trustees
SE McGrory - Trustee
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BABY BASICS MK
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
31.3.25
RECEIPTS
Donations
Top up shop sales
Clothes recycling and cash fundraising
Grant
35,735
3.235
1,071
40,041
100
Total receipts
PAYMENTS
Wages
Training
Insurance
Telephone
Sundries
Information technology
Accountancy
Bank charges
40,141
20,001
342
700
391
410
852
-
7
22,703
Costs of charitable activities
Supplies - general, mattresses, milk powder and
nappies Supplies - toys and gifts for referrals christmas
hampers Supplies- top up shop
2,259
840
4,080
Total payments
Net receipts
Cash Funds last year
Cash Funds this year
29,882
10,259
66.077
76,336
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31.3.24
37,678
3,159
2,386
43,223
750
43,973
19,250
668
389
77
601
1,212
5
22,202
250
4,075
26,527
17,446
48,631
66.077