GSEN Connects Grant Success Story - Chattersense and Mārama Consulting

Last year, GSEN members Chattersense and Mārama Consulting were awarded a £1,000 GSEN Connects Grant to support their collaboration as two GSEN member Social Enterprises.

 

Chattersense provides Occupational Therapy intervention with Communication needs. It is set up to 'plug the gaps' from statutory services and other third sector organisations. They aim to treat children with additional support needs as well as that of their family members. 🔗 Visit Chattersense.

 

Mārama Consulting CIC is a consultancy firm offering financial and management consulting services to third and private sector clients. They specialise in long-term strategic and financial planning. 🔗 Visit Mārama Consulting.

 

Since it was established, Chattersense has expanded to offer a larger sensory motor gym service. Operating as a small team with a growing waiting list, they recognised a need for stronger business skills to keep up with the demand for their support. Partnering with Mārama Consulting presented an opportunity to develop realistic cash flow projections and ensure sustainable progress—freeing them up to focus on what they do best: supporting children and their families.

 

Chattersense Founder, Sharon Craighead shared that working with David from Mārama allowed them to review their charity’s cash flow and future sustainability. This was an area of uncertainty and vulnerability for Sharon who found the process to be eye-opening and confronting but incredibly valuable and ultimately empowering.

 

Thanks to the support from Mārama, Chattersense are now operating under a new, operational plan that’s both achievable and sustainable. They feel confident for their future without the reliance on grant funding.