Acfa: The Advice Network
Our mission is to work in partnership to combat poverty and promote social justice by improving the quality & provision of free, independent advice.ACFA supports advice agencies based in and around Bristol who provide free, independent and confidential advice services. Individually and collectively, ACFA members will be more effective and efficient in order to provide great advice services
Activities & Mission
Our mission is to work in partnership to combat poverty and promote social justice by improving the quality & provision of free, independent advice.ACFA supports advice agencies based in and around Bristol who provide free, independent and confidential advice services. Individually and collectively, ACFA members will be more effective and efficient in order to provide great advice services
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.
Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £42,973 | £35,118 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £23,618 | £16,027 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £2,643 | £5,197 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £3,349 | £7,931 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £14,207 | £14,327 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Acfa: The Advice Network
What does Acfa: The Advice Network do?
Our mission is to work in partnership to combat poverty and promote social justice by improving the quality & provision of free, independent advice.ACFA supports advice agencies based in and around Bristol who provide free, independent and confidential advice services. Individually and collectively, ACFA members will be more effective and efficient in order to provide great advice services
How much income did Acfa: The Advice Network report in 2025?
Acfa: The Advice Network reported total income of £43k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Acfa: The Advice Network registered as a charity?
Acfa: The Advice Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 December 2019 as charity number 1187070. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Acfa: The Advice Network?
Acfa: The Advice Network is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Acfa: The Advice Network operate?
Acfa: The Advice Network operates across 5 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Acfa: The Advice Network a registered charity?
Yes — Acfa: The Advice Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187070.
Details
1st Floor
Junction 3 Library
Baptist Mills Court
Bristol
BS5 0FJ
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