Blind Children UK
Also known as: Help the Blind, National Blind Children's Society, N.b.c.s.
Support of visually impaired children, their families & helpers by providing the 5 key services of Family support, Educational advocacy, I/T support & equipment, Holidays & activities & Large print books.
Activities & Mission
Support of visually impaired children, their families & helpers by providing the 5 key services of Family support, Educational advocacy, I/T support & equipment, Holidays & activities & Large print books.
Grants
Blind Children UK makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £328,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- disability
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £328,000 | £328,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £316,000 | £316,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £311,000 | £311,000 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £631,000 | £631,000 | £0 | £298,000 | £298,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £534,000 | £534,000 | £0 | £298,000 | £298,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Blind Children UK
What does Blind Children UK do?
Support of visually impaired children, their families & helpers by providing the 5 key services of Family support, Educational advocacy, I/T support & equipment, Holidays & activities & Large print books.
How much income did Blind Children UK report in 2025?
Blind Children UK reported total income of £328k and reported expenditure of £328k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Blind Children UK registered as a charity?
Blind Children UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1996 as charity number 1051607. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Blind Children UK?
Blind Children UK is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Ranjit Sondhi. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Blind Children UK operate?
Blind Children UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Blind Children UK a registered charity?
Yes — Blind Children UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1051607.
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Reading Road
Burghfield Common
READING
RG7 3YG
Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- Help the Blind
- National Blind Children's Society
- N.b.c.s.
- National Blind Children's Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 13 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated