B:friend
Also known as: B:friend Doncaster
b:Friend matches volunteer befrienders with isolated, elderly neighbours in the community. The aim is to reduce social isolation by re-engaging at risk individuals with their community through one-to-one befriending partnerships and community group social events.
Activities & Mission
b:Friend matches volunteer befrienders with isolated, elderly neighbours in the community. The aim is to reduce social isolation by re-engaging at risk individuals with their community through one-to-one befriending partnerships and community group social events.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £413,087 | £350,223 | 0 / 826 | |||
| 2024 | £223,737 | £317,728 | 0 / 800 | |||
| 2023 | £412,855 | £252,853 | 0 / 713 | |||
| 2022 | £304,569 | £249,361 | 0 / 620 | |||
| 2021 | £210,989 | £171,101 | 0 / 705 |
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Frequently asked questions about B:friend
What does B:friend do?
b:Friend matches volunteer befrienders with isolated, elderly neighbours in the community. The aim is to reduce social isolation by re-engaging at risk individuals with their community through one-to-one befriending partnerships and community group social events.
How much income did B:friend report in 2025?
B:friend reported total income of £413k and reported expenditure of £350k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was B:friend registered as a charity?
B:friend was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2017 as charity number 1171148. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs B:friend?
B:friend is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Claire Elizabeth Rintoul. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does B:friend operate?
B:friend operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is B:friend a registered charity?
Yes — B:friend is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171148.
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Sidings Court
Lakeside
Doncaster
DN4 5NU
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Also Known As
- B:friend Doncaster
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- Register data refreshed
- 13 October 2026
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