Building Brighter Futures Together Up ‘N Away
Trustees’ Report & Annual Impact Report 2025 “Creating opportunities, tackling inequality and helping young people thrive.”
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Charity No. 1150268 | Company No. 08228194
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Table of Contents
Message from The Program Manager 2 About Up ‘N Away 3 Our Programmes 4 Our Impact 7 Strories of Change 8 Financial Highlights 8 Our Funders and Supporters 9 Looking Ahead 9 Thank You Message 10 Unaudited Financial Statements 11
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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Message from The Program Manager
2025 has been another year of growth, resilience and community impact for Up ’N Away. Despite the continuing cost-of-living crisis, we remained committed to ensuring that disadvantaged children and young people across Hackney had access to safe spaces, nutritious food, educational support and life-changing opportunities.
Throughout the year we continued delivering our Breakfast Club, Afterschool Homework Club, Summer Holiday Programme, Residential Sleepaway Camp and Vocational Skills activities.
More than ever, families have told us that our services are a lifeline. Whether a child arrives for breakfast before school, receives homework support and a hot dinner after school, joins a summer trip, or attends our residential camp, every programme is designed to help young people feel valued, supported and hopeful about their future.
None of this would be possible without our trustees, staff, volunteers, funders and community partners. Thank you for standing beside us and helping us build brighter futures together.
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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About Up ‘N Away
Established in 2012 , Up ’N Away exists to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people living in Hackney and neighbouring boroughs. We provide educational, recreational, wellbeing and holiday activities that many families would otherwise struggle to access.
Our mission is to reduce inequality, promote wellbeing, strengthen communities and help every young person reach their full potential regardless of their background or financial circumstances.
2025 at a Glance YEAR IN REVIEW
13 100+ 120+ weeks
650+
150 60
Young People Daily Breakfast Club Homework Club Supported for Disadvantaged Participants Young People
School Holiday Residential Active
Meal Provision Campers Volunteers Over Two Years
£19,731 National Lottery Awards for All
£40,000 Raised through Big Give Summer Challenge
93% Identified the need for ourprograms to continue Families surveyed during 2025 said our projects were urgently needed.
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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Our Programmes
Breakfast Club
Our Breakfast Club continued to provide a healthy start to the day for more than 100 children throughout the year. Many families face increasing financial pressures, and for children breakfast is the most important meal they receive before school.
Each morning, children enjoyed nutritious breakfasts in a warm and welcoming environment while learning about healthy eating and positive routines. Teachers and parents reported improvements in punctuality, concentration and readiness to learn.
The Breakfast Club remains a vital part of our year-round support for local families.
Afterschool Homework Club
Our Afterschool Homework Club supported more than 120 children during 2025, providing academic assistance, mentoring and a safe place to go after school.
Children received help with homework, reading and study skills from experienced tutors and volunteers. Every session also included a freshly prepared nutritious dinner, ensuring that children were able to learn and eat in a supportive environment.
Parents consistently told us that the club reduced family stress, improved school engagement and gave their children a sense of stability and belonging.
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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Our Programmes
Holiday Hunger Programme
In response to growing need, we launched a Holiday Hunger Programme upon receiving £19,731 from the National Lottery Awards for All to run the project over two years.
During all 13 weeks of school holidays, we provide hot nutritious dinners four days each week for 120 disadvantaged young people aged 13–16. Meals include soup, chicken or fish, vegetables, side dishes, fruit and bottled water, all prepared in our commercial kitchen.
A community survey found that 93% of families urgently needed food support during school holidays.
Summer Holiday Programme
Our Summer Holiday Programme once again gave children and young people the chance to enjoy fun, learning and adventure during the school break.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of supporters through the Big Give Summer Challenge, together with grants from charitable trusts and foundations, we raised over £40,000 to support the programme.
Young people took part in sports, creative activities, outings and team-building experiences that promoted confidence, resilience and wellbeing while helping families cope with holiday pressures.
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Our Programmes
Residential Sleepaway Camp
One of the highlights of the year was welcoming 150 young people aged 14–18 to our residential sleepaway camp in Cambria.
The camp provided opportunities for outdoor adventure, leadership development, teamwork and personal growth. Away from everyday pressures, young people built confidence, independence and lifelong friendships in a safe and supportive setting.
The project was further strengthened by a £5,000 grant from The Pom Charitable Trust, whose loyal support has continued since 2017. Many participants described the camp as the most memorable experience of their year.
Vocational Skills & New Opportunities
We continued offering vocational and life-skills opportunities that help young people prepare for the future. Our First Aid training programme remained popular, giving participants practical skills, confidence and recognised certification.
During 2025 we also secured funding and completed planning for our new Woodworking Workshops, which will launch in 2026. These workshops will combine practical skills, creativity, wellbeing and community engagement, alongside a new monthly Community Fix Event where residents can learn repair skills and reduce waste.
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Listening to Young People
Young people and families continue to shape the direction of our work. During 2025 we carried out consultations, surveys and feedback sessions across our programmes.
The findings directly influenced the development of our Programs and our plans for Woodworking Workshops and Community Fix Events. By listening carefully to our community, we ensure our services respond to real needs and create lasting impact.
Impact in Numbers OUR IMPACT IN NUMBERS
95%
92%
96%
Of children reported feeling happier after attending the programme.
Made new friends and 88% felt more included and less isolated.
Participated in daily physical activities, with 89% trying a new sport or outdoor activity.
90%
Of children showed increased confidence, self-esteem, and resilience.
93%
Improved their teamwork, communication, and positive relationships.
96%
Of parents valued the safe, structured environment, while 92% experienced reduced holiday stress.
100%
Of children with additional needs were fully supported, and 95% of families found the programme welcoming and inclusive.
94% Learned new skills, with 91% developing greater creativity.
99%
Of parents would recommend the programme, and 97% of children want to return.
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Stories of Change
Young Person, age 15: “Coming to Up ’N Away meant I always had a hot meal, help with my schoolwork and friends to spend time with. The summer camp was the best experience I’ve ever had.”
Parent: “The Homework Club has made a huge difference to our family. My child is happier, more confident at school and knows there is always a safe place to go after lessons.”
Volunteer: “Every session reminds me why this work matters. We are not just serving meals or helping with homework—we are helping young people believe in themselves.”
Financial Highlights
During 2025 we strengthened our financial position through successful fundraising and careful stewardship of resources. Key highlights included:
£19 731 ,
National Lottery Awards for All
£40 000 ,
Big Give Summer Challenge
£5 000 ,
The Pom Charitable Trust Additional Grants
From charitable trusts, foundations and community donors
Every pound received was invested in supporting disadvantaged children and young people through food provision, education, wellbeing activities and community programmes.
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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The Pom Charitable Trust
Our Funders and Supporters
We are deeply grateful to every organisation and individual who supported our work during 2025. Special thanks to:
National Lottery Awards for All
Big Give Summer Challenge Supporters
Charitable trusts Community donors and foundations and supporters
Our dedicated volunteers and partner organisations
We are especially thankful to The Pom Charitable Trust for their continued support since 2017 and for committing a further £5,000 towards our work in 2026.
Looking Ahead to 2026
In 2026 we will continue delivering our Breakfast Club, Homework Club, Holiday Hunger Programme, Summer Holiday Programme and Residential Sleepaway Camp.
We will also launch our new Woodworking Workshops and Monthly Community Fix Events, creating additional opportunities for young people to gain practical skills, improve wellbeing and strengthen community connections.
As demand for our services continues to grow, we remain committed to ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to learn, thrive and succeed.
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UP ‘N AWAY Charity Number: 1150268
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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Thank You
Every meal served. Every child encouraged. Every friendship formed. Every opportunity created.
These achievements belong to our trustees, staff, volunteers, funders, schools, partners and supporters. Thank you for helping Up ’N Away create brighter futures for hundreds of disadvantaged young people across Hackney throughout 2025.
Together, we are changing lives.
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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Up ‘N Away
Annual Report and Unaudited Financial Statements Year Ended 30 September 2025
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www.upnawaycharity.org Company Number: 08228194
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