MERIDIAN IMPACT CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
13653958 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 30 September 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 October 2024

End date: 30 September 2025

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Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

Directors report
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

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Directors' report period ended 30 September 2025

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 30 September 2025

Directors

The director shown below has held office during the whole of the period from
1 October 2024 to 30 September 2025

D Humphreys


The director shown below has held office during the period of
1 October 2024 to 10 February 2025

R Harling


The director shown below has held office during the period of
10 February 2025 to 30 September 2025

O Benoit


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
28 March 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: O Benoit
Status: Director

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Balance sheet

As at 30 September 2025

Notes 2025 2024


£

£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 13,613 26,259
Total fixed assets: 13,613 26,259
Current assets
Debtors: 4 149,637 51,925
Cash at bank and in hand: 2,835,886 1,013,690
Total current assets: 2,985,523 1,065,615
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 5 ( 2,889,005 ) ( 1,016,074 )
Net current assets (liabilities): 96,518 49,541
Total assets less current liabilities: 110,131 75,800
Total net assets (liabilities): 110,131 75,800
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 110,131 75,800
Total members' funds: 110,131 75,800

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 30 September 2025 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 28 March 2026
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: O Benoit
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Turnover policy

    Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. The following criteria must also be met before revenue is recognised. Rendering of services Revenue from a contract to provide services is recognised in the period in which the services are provided in accordance with the stage of completion of the contract when all of the following conditions are satisfied. the amount of revenue can be measured reliably it is probable that the Company will receive the consideration due under the contract the stage of completion of the contract at the end of the reporting period can be measured reliably and the costs incurred and the costs to complete the contract can be measured reliably

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets under the cost model are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to bringing the asset to the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner intended by management. Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of assets less their residual value over theirestimated useful lives, using the straight-line method. Depreciation is provided on the following basis Fixtures and fittings (25% straight line) Computer equipment (25% straight line) The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date. Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in profit or loss.

    Other accounting policies

    Going concern The directors confirm that, having considered their expectations and intentions for the next twelve months, and the availability of working capital, the company is a going concern. Foreign currency translation Functional and presentation currency The Company's functional and presentational currency is GBP. Transactions and balances Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the spot exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. At each period end foreign currency monetary items are translated using the closing rate. Non monetary items measured at historical cost are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction and non-monetary items measured at fair value are measured using the exchange rate when fair value was determined. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of transactions and from the translation at period-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings and cash and cash equivalents are presented in the Statement of income and retained earnings within 'finance income or costs'. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in profit or loss within 'other operating income'. Operating leases: the Company as lessee Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Benefits received and receivable as an incentive to sign an operating lease are recognised on a straight-line basis over the lease term, unless another systematic basis is representative of the time pattern of the lessee's benefit from the use of the leased asset Interest income Interest income is recognised in profit or loss using the effective interest method Pensions Defined contribution pension plan The Company operates a defined contribution plan for its employees. A defined contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Company pays fixed contributions into a separate entity. Once the contributions have been paid the Company has no further payment obligations. The contributions are recognised as an expense in profit or loss when they fall due. Amounts not paid are shown in accruals as a liability in the Balance sheet. The assets of the plan are held separately from the Company in independently administered funds. Taxation Tax is recognised in profit or loss except that a charge attributable to an item of income and expense recognised as other comprehensive income or to an item recognised directly in equity is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively. The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates income Debtors Short-term debtors are measured at transaction price, less any impairment. Loans receivable are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment Cash and cash equivalents Cash is represented by cash in hand and deposits with financial institutions repayable without penalty on notice of not more than 24 hours. Cash equivalents are highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with insignificant risk of change in value. Creditors Short-term creditors are measured at the transaction price. Other financial liabilities, including bank loans, are measured initially at fair value, net of transaction costs, and are measured subsequently at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Financial instruments The Company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 “Basic Financial Instruments” of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments. Financial instruments are recognised in the Company's Balance sheet when the Company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. Basic financial assets Basic financial assets, which include trade and other debtors, cash and bank balances, are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusted for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial assets that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss) and are subsequently carried at their amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any provision for impairment, unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Impairment of financial assets At the end of each reporting period financial assets measured at amortised cost are assessed for objective evidence of impairment. If an asset is impaired the impairment loss is the difference between the carrying amount and the present value of the estimated cash flows discounted at the asset’s original effective interest rate. The impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss. Financial assets are impaired when events, subsequent to their initial recognition, indicate the estimated future cash flows derived from the financial asset(s) have been adversely impacted. The impairment loss will be the difference between the current carrying amount and the present value of the future cash flows at the asset(s) original effective interest rate. If there is a favourable change in relation to the events surrounding the impairment loss then the impairment can be reviewed for possible reversal. The reversal will not cause the current carrying amount to exceed the original carrying amount had the impairment not been recognised. The impairment reversal is recognised in the profit or loss Financial liabilities Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the Company after the deduction of all its liabilities. Basic financial liabilities, which include trade and other creditors, bank loans and other loans are initially measured at their transaction price (adjusting for transaction costs except in the initial measurement of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at fair value through profit and loss). When this constitutes a financing transaction, whereby the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest, discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial Financial instruments (continued) Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods and services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Trade creditors are classified as current liabilities if the payment is due within one year. If not, they represent non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are initially recognised at their transaction price and subsequently are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Discounting is omitted where the effect of discounting is immaterial.

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

  • 2. Employees

    2025 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 15 10

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 October 2024 20,147 30,431 50,578
Additions
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 30 September 2025 20,147 30,431 50,578
Depreciation
At 1 October 2024 6,269 18,050 24,319
Charge for year 5,036 7,610 12,646
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 30 September 2025 11,305 25,660 36,965
Net book value
At 30 September 2025 8,842 4,771 13,613
At 30 September 2024 13,878 12,381 26,259

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

4. Debtors

2025 2024
£ £
Trade debtors 4,502
Prepayments and accrued income 110,449 17,425
Other debtors 34,686 34,500
Total 149,637 51,925

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 30 September 2025

5. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2025 2024
£ £
Trade creditors 256,392
Taxation and social security 11,980 11,953
Accruals and deferred income 2,617,346 940,217
Other creditors 3,287 63,904
Total 2,889,005 1,016,074

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

MERIDIAN IMPACT CIC

Company Number: 13653958 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 30 September 2025

Company activities and impact

Meridian Impact CIC is committed to promoting high-impact careers, and the financial year covered by this report has seen continued growth and expansion of its activities. Throughout the year, the organisation facilitated a series of programmes and courses aimed at enhancing knowledge about high-impact careers. These courses, covering topics such as Effective Altruism and the risks associated with artificial intelligence, attracted a large number of participants and provided valuable educational opportunities for individuals seeking to contribute to significant global challenges. The organisation also supports and administers funding for research and programmes aligned with its mission, enabling individuals and teams to pursue high-impact work. The company has continued to operate its office space in central Cambridge. This facility serves as a hub for programmes and collaboration, supporting individuals transitioning their careers towards addressing pressing global issues. Through these activities, Meridian Impact CIC has contributed to community education and career development, supporting the growth of a network of professionals focused on high-impact work and global problem-solving.

Consultation with stakeholders

Meridian Impact CIC engages with a wide range of stakeholders, including programme participants, researchers, funders, and partner organisations, both in the UK and internationally. The company maintains structured and ongoing communication with participants to understand their needs and improve programme delivery. Feedback is gathered through informal discussions, surveys, and direct engagement during and after programmes. In response to stakeholder feedback, Meridian Impact CIC continues to refine its programme offerings and expand support in key areas, including AI safety and related research fields, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and maximising impact.

Directors' remuneration

The remuneration of the directors has been disclosed in the accounts. There have been no other transactions involving the directors.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
8 April 2026

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Hannes Whittingham
Status: Director