3va
Also known as: Eastbourne Asscociation of Voluntary Services, Eastbourne Association of Voluntary Services
A Council for Voluntary Services. 3VA exists to enhance the quality of life of people in Eastbourne, Lewes District, Wealden and surrounding areas in East Sussex through support to the Voluntary and Community Sector.
Activities & Mission
A Council for Voluntary Services. 3VA exists to enhance the quality of life of people in Eastbourne, Lewes District, Wealden and surrounding areas in East Sussex through support to the Voluntary and Community Sector.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 79% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 56% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £744,137 | £763,655 | £757,033 | £525,343 | £318,260 | 13 / 25 |
| 2024 | £655,991 | £789,519 | £785,786 | £544,861 | £276,100 | 12 / 0 |
| 2023 | £908,683 | £810,916 | £806,055 | £678,389 | £673,836 | 13 / 0 |
| 2022 | £717,310 | £628,803 | £628,803 | £580,622 | £259,852 | 18 / 1 |
| 2021 | £886,459 | £775,530 | £771,053 | £492,115 | £285,664 | 18 / 9 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about 3va
What does 3va do?
A Council for Voluntary Services. 3VA exists to enhance the quality of life of people in Eastbourne, Lewes District, Wealden and surrounding areas in East Sussex through support to the Voluntary and Community Sector.
How much income did 3va report in 2025?
3va reported total income of £744k and reported expenditure of £764k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is 3va?
3va has a program ratio of 101.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 79% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was 3va registered as a charity?
3va was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 March 2003 as charity number 1096788. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs 3va?
3va is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does 3va operate?
3va operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is 3va a registered charity?
Yes — 3va is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096788.
Details
49 Station Road
POLEGATE
East Sussex
BN26 6EA
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Eastbourne Asscociation of Voluntary Services
- Eastbourne Association of Voluntary Services
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated