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Becoming Visible Limited

Also known as: Bv

To work for greater social inclusion for Deaf people in the North of England in every sphere of life, and to develop self confidence and self esteem through the promotion of British Sign Language and Deaf Culture.To undertake such charitable activities in pursuit of the above object as the Trustees shall from time to time decide

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Activities & Mission

To work for greater social inclusion for Deaf people in the North of England in every sphere of life, and to develop self confidence and self esteem through the promotion of British Sign Language and Deaf Culture.To undertake such charitable activities in pursuit of the above object as the Trustees shall from time to time decide

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

Latest Income
£492,686
Latest Expenditure
£489,568

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 98.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 46.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,660
Charitable Activities £498,073
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £494,457
Raising Funds £0
Governance £229,329
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£492,686
£489,5680 / 18
2024
£501,733
£494,457£494,457£242,921£012 / 20
2023
£533,387
£525,583£311,388£235,645£532,66311 / 12
2022
£529,219
£501,523£501,523£227,841£227,8416 / 6
2021
£427,862
£395,3890 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Becoming Visible Limited

What does Becoming Visible Limited do?

To work for greater social inclusion for Deaf people in the North of England in every sphere of life, and to develop self confidence and self esteem through the promotion of British Sign Language and Deaf Culture.To undertake such charitable activities in pursuit of the above object as the Trustees shall from time to time decide

How much income did Becoming Visible Limited report in 2025?

Becoming Visible Limited reported total income of £493k and reported expenditure of £490k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Becoming Visible Limited registered as a charity?

Becoming Visible Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 2007 as charity number 1117872. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs Becoming Visible Limited?

Becoming Visible Limited 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 Becoming Visible Limited operate?

Becoming Visible Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Becoming Visible Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Becoming Visible Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117872.

Details

Address
The Victory
39-41 North Bridge Street
SUNDERLAND
SR5 1AH
Registration Date
7 February 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4019762
Charity Number
1117872

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Trustees

Francis Murphy
Michael James Connolly
ROBIN JOHN HERDMAN
Ruth Craig-Murphy

Also Known As

  • Bv

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