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Changing Lives Charity

Also known as: Re:mission, Andrew House

The charity is active in North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, enabling men and women to regain independence following a period of dependency on drugs , alcohol or the use of both. It has a social enterprise which helps men and women get ready for work by providing opportunities for purposeful voluntary work in retail services. This includes free tuition for appropriate volunteers.

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Activities & Mission

The charity is active in North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, enabling men and women to regain independence following a period of dependency on drugs , alcohol or the use of both. It has a social enterprise which helps men and women get ready for work by providing opportunities for purposeful voluntary work in retail services. This includes free tuition for appropriate volunteers.

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
£757,485
Latest Expenditure
£709,707

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 47.1%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 50.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 50.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £84,910
Charitable Activities £179,245
Other Trading £491,780
Investments £1,550
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £356,750
Raising Funds £352,957
Governance £3,210
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
£757,485
£709,707£356,750£88,518£88,51815 / 42
2024
£710,684
£724,530£387,940£40,740£40,74013 / 63
2023
£643,373
£717,344£467,208£54,586£88,76515 / 165
2022
£499,999
£545,8940 / 75
2021
£573,752
£409,210£102,940£175,940£175,94012 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Changing Lives Charity

What does Changing Lives Charity do?

The charity is active in North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, enabling men and women to regain independence following a period of dependency on drugs , alcohol or the use of both. It has a social enterprise which helps men and women get ready for work by providing opportunities for purposeful voluntary work in retail services. This includes free tuition for appropriate volunteers.

How much income did Changing Lives Charity report in 2025?

Changing Lives Charity reported total income of £757k and reported expenditure of £710k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Changing Lives Charity registered as a charity?

Changing Lives Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 2015 as charity number 1161892. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Changing Lives Charity?

Changing Lives Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Changing Lives Charity operate?

Changing Lives Charity operates across 2 areas: Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Is Changing Lives Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Changing Lives Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161892.

Details

Address
51 Woodington Road
Clevedon
North So
Registration Date
28 May 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5058768
Charity Number
1161892

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Trustees

Catriona Aldwinckle
Daniel Patrick Sibthorpe
Dr Jennifer Ann Schaefer
IAN BURNHAM FCA
Also governs 2 other charities
Kenneth Martin Knight
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Changing Lives Charity
  • Re:mission
  • Andrew House

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30 July 2026
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