Af&v Launchpad Limited
Also known as: Armed Forces & Veterans Launchpad Ltd, Af&v Launchpad Ltd
AF&V LAUNCHPAD'S PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF HOMELESSNESS, UNEMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL DEPRIVATION AMONG VETERANS BY PROVIDING RENTED ACCOMMODATION IN A SINGLE SITE, SPEKE HOUSE IN LIVERPOOL AND AVONDALE HOUSE IN NEWCASTLE. ONCE HOUSED, LAUNCHPAD ENCOURAGES VETERANS TO ENGAGE THE NUMEROUS ORGANISATIONS THAT OFFER HELP WITH TRAINING, SEEKING EMPLOYMENT AND FINDING PERMANENT ACCOMMODATION.
Activities & Mission
AF&V LAUNCHPAD'S PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF HOMELESSNESS, UNEMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL DEPRIVATION AMONG VETERANS BY PROVIDING RENTED ACCOMMODATION IN A SINGLE SITE, SPEKE HOUSE IN LIVERPOOL AND AVONDALE HOUSE IN NEWCASTLE. ONCE HOUSED, LAUNCHPAD ENCOURAGES VETERANS TO ENGAGE THE NUMEROUS ORGANISATIONS THAT OFFER HELP WITH TRAINING, SEEKING EMPLOYMENT AND FINDING PERMANENT ACCOMMODATION.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 31% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,113,702 | £1,770,586 | £1,677,840 | £1,825,908 | £813,631 | 26 / 20 |
| 2024 | £1,655,221 | £1,589,384 | £1,493,387 | £1,482,792 | £466,000 | 24 / 22 |
| 2023 | £1,272,873 | £1,287,843 | £1,214,029 | £1,416,955 | £338,356 | 20 / 20 |
| 2022 | £1,053,263 | £990,183 | £990,183 | £1,431,925 | £403,651 | 16 / 0 |
| 2021 | £995,995 | £872,536 | £872,536 | £1,368,845 | £455,441 | 15 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Af&v Launchpad Limited
What does Af&v Launchpad Limited do?
AF&V LAUNCHPAD'S PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF HOMELESSNESS, UNEMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL DEPRIVATION AMONG VETERANS BY PROVIDING RENTED ACCOMMODATION IN A SINGLE SITE, SPEKE HOUSE IN LIVERPOOL AND AVONDALE HOUSE IN NEWCASTLE. ONCE HOUSED, LAUNCHPAD ENCOURAGES VETERANS TO ENGAGE THE NUMEROUS ORGANISATIONS THAT OFFER HELP WITH TRAINING, SEEKING EMPLOYMENT AND FINDING PERMANENT ACCOMMODATION.
How much income did Af&v Launchpad Limited report in 2025?
Af&v Launchpad Limited reported total income of £2.11m and reported expenditure of £1.77m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Af&v Launchpad Limited?
Af&v Launchpad Limited has a program ratio of 79.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Af&v Launchpad Limited registered as a charity?
Af&v Launchpad Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 2013 as charity number 1153185. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Af&v Launchpad Limited?
Af&v Launchpad Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Af&v Launchpad Limited operate?
Af&v Launchpad Limited operates across 3 areas: Durham, Liverpool City and Newcastle Upon Tyne City.
Is Af&v Launchpad Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Af&v Launchpad Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153185.
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Also Known As
- Armed Forces & Veterans Launchpad Ltd
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated