Community Action Norfolk
Also known as: Norfolk Rural Community Council, Norfolk R C C
Our focus is on building a stronger and fairer Norfolk through support, empowerment and strategic partnership with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations. Our activities cover three main areas: 1) practical support for organisations and communities 2) leading VCSE engagement and voice work in Norfolk3) working to ensure fair outcomes for all
Activities & Mission
Our focus is on building a stronger and fairer Norfolk through support, empowerment and strategic partnership with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations. Our activities cover three main areas: 1) practical support for organisations and communities 2) leading VCSE engagement and voice work in Norfolk3) working to ensure fair outcomes for all
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 77% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £559,456 | £575,089 | £575,089 | £267,585 | £260,518 | 11 / 0 |
| 2024 | £597,081 | £679,206 | £679,206 | £283,218 | £117,942 | 10 / 0 |
| 2023 | £565,732 | £620,222 | £620,222 | £365,343 | £279,846 | 11 / 0 |
| 2022 | £685,042 | £626,107 | £626,107 | £419,833 | £332,701 | 11 / 0 |
| 2021 | £843,427 | £780,773 | £780,773 | £360,898 | £360,898 | 11 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Community Action Norfolk
What does Community Action Norfolk do?
Our focus is on building a stronger and fairer Norfolk through support, empowerment and strategic partnership with voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations. Our activities cover three main areas: 1) practical support for organisations and communities 2) leading VCSE engagement and voice work in Norfolk3) working to ensure fair outcomes for all
How much income did Community Action Norfolk report in 2025?
Community Action Norfolk reported total income of £559k and reported expenditure of £575k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Action Norfolk?
Community Action Norfolk has a program ratio of 102.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Action Norfolk registered as a charity?
Community Action Norfolk was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 July 1996 as charity number 1056750. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Community Action Norfolk?
Community Action Norfolk is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is james Kearns. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Action Norfolk operate?
Community Action Norfolk operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Community Action Norfolk a registered charity?
Yes — Community Action Norfolk is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056750.
Details
GREENS ROAD
DEREHAM
NORFOLK
NR20 3TL
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Norfolk Rural Community Council
- Norfolk R C C
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated