Strategy

Ormiston Families has developed a robust and diversified funding base that underpins its wide-ranging services and enables the charity to respond flexibly to increasing and often complex demand across the East of England. However, like many third sector organisations, it operates within a challenging funding environment, shaped by rising service pressures, evolving commissioner expectations, and increasing operational costs.

Over the past year, the organisation has prioritised financial resilience, innovation in income generation, and long-term sustainability. Further detail can be found in their Strategy Document.

In the financial year 2024–2025, Ormiston Families generated total income of approximately £7.6 million, supporting a demanding year of service delivery. Explore their Impact Report here.

All figures are sourced from the 2024–2025 Annual Report.

Financial Overview

Income: £7.6m

Ormiston Families benefits from a diversified funding base spanning statutory contracts, grants and earned income. This balanced model supports resilience and flexibility within a complex and shifting funding landscape.

Expenditure: £7.6m

Investment remains focused on frontline delivery, ensuring the majority of resources are directed toward supporting children, young people and families.

Impact in 2024/25

  • Delivered 20,300+ support sessions
  • Supported 4,700+ families
  • Welcomed 69,600+ prison visitors

Outcomes:

  • 90% of service users felt safer
  • 90% felt emotionally healthier
  • 87% felt better able to manage life’s challenges

Ormiston Families Support Session