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Burnley And District Society For The Blind

The charity runs a social club once a week in one centre. The members are taken on outings and holidays and there are special Christmas activities. We will also respond to enquiries about funding equipment which supports blind or partially sighted individuals, or take up cases where there is discrimination against the blind.

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Activities & Mission

The charity runs a social club once a week in one centre. The members are taken on outings and holidays and there are special Christmas activities. We will also respond to enquiries about funding equipment which supports blind or partially sighted individuals, or take up cases where there is discrimination against the blind.

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

Latest Income
£21,228
Latest Expenditure
£21,417

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 100.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 100.9%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£21,228
£21,4170 / 5
2024
£22,161
£25,7010 / 6
2023
£28,865
£28,9210 / 12
2022
£16,380
£13,0070 / 12
2021
£15,628
£13,1180 / 12

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Frequently asked questions about Burnley And District Society For The Blind

What does Burnley And District Society For The Blind do?

The charity runs a social club once a week in one centre. The members are taken on outings and holidays and there are special Christmas activities. We will also respond to enquiries about funding equipment which supports blind or partially sighted individuals, or take up cases where there is discrimination against the blind.

How much income did Burnley And District Society For The Blind report in 2025?

Burnley And District Society For The Blind reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Burnley And District Society For The Blind registered as a charity?

Burnley And District Society For The Blind was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 1963 as charity number 221896. It has been registered for 63 years.

Who runs Burnley And District Society For The Blind?

Burnley And District Society For The Blind is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is AUDREY PATE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Burnley And District Society For The Blind operate?

Burnley And District Society For The Blind operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Burnley And District Society For The Blind a registered charity?

Yes — Burnley And District Society For The Blind is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221896.

Details

Address
93 Blacker Street
Burnley
BB10 2AF
Registration Date
12 September 1963
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
221896
Charity Number
221896

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Trustees

AUDREY PATE Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Beverly Marie Fort
COUNCILLOR MRS SHEILA WICKS
PETER CHRISTOPHER PATE
Roger Whittaker

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