Caring In Bristol
Also known as: Caring at Christmas
Caring in Bristol empowers people to move back from a homelessness crisis. Working with those at risk of or facing homelessness, public, and partners, we create lasting change. We provide early prevention support, advice, handbooks and community-based initiatives. Our work reaches thousands annually, and includes food-led projects, youth support and emergency shelter, and our Christmas project.
Activities & Mission
Caring in Bristol empowers people to move back from a homelessness crisis. Working with those at risk of or facing homelessness, public, and partners, we create lasting change. We provide early prevention support, advice, handbooks and community-based initiatives. Our work reaches thousands annually, and includes food-led projects, youth support and emergency shelter, and our Christmas project.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £1,210,916 | £1,328,677 | £1,014,041 | £993,637 | £934,394 | 21 / 500 |
| 2024 | £1,366,865 | £1,243,502 | £877,335 | £1,111,398 | £953,830 | 20 / 334 |
| 2023 | £991,276 | £917,221 | £604,228 | £824,728 | £768,787 | 19 / 450 |
| 2022 | £996,015 | £1,109,167 | £744,822 | £750,673 | £359,740 | 20 / 347 |
| 2021 | £1,587,349 | £1,087,732 | £825,606 | £863,825 | £766,304 | 19 / 248 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Caring In Bristol
What does Caring In Bristol do?
Caring in Bristol empowers people to move back from a homelessness crisis. Working with those at risk of or facing homelessness, public, and partners, we create lasting change. We provide early prevention support, advice, handbooks and community-based initiatives. Our work reaches thousands annually, and includes food-led projects, youth support and emergency shelter, and our Christmas project.
How much income did Caring In Bristol report in 2025?
Caring In Bristol reported total income of £1.21m and reported expenditure of £1.33m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Caring In Bristol?
Caring In Bristol has a program ratio of 83.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Caring In Bristol registered as a charity?
Caring In Bristol was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2013 as charity number 1151645. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Caring In Bristol?
Caring In Bristol is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Felicity Clark. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Caring In Bristol operate?
Caring In Bristol operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Caring In Bristol a registered charity?
Yes — Caring In Bristol is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151645.
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Also Known As
- Caring at Christmas
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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