Community First Yorkshire LTD
Also known as: Rural Action Yorkshire Limited, Yorkshire Rural Community Council
To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community particularly in Yorkshire and the surrounding area in particular the advancement of education and health and the relief of poverty and distress, the sustainability of rural life, or in pursuing any other charitable purposes by promoting and organising cooperation in the achievement of the said purposes.
Activities & Mission
To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community particularly in Yorkshire and the surrounding area in particular the advancement of education and health and the relief of poverty and distress, the sustainability of rural life, or in pursuing any other charitable purposes by promoting and organising cooperation in the achievement of the said purposes.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 91% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £1,042,875 | £1,206,484 | £1,206,484 | £890,756 | £512,069 | 29 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,164,542 | £1,096,211 | £1,096,211 | £1,054,365 | £427,583 | 30 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,012,567 | £1,041,296 | £1,041,296 | £986,034 | £454,700 | 29 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,157,493 | £1,021,220 | £1,021,220 | £1,014,763 | £462,634 | 32 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,110,098 | £1,076,512 | £1,076,512 | £878,490 | £435,600 | 35 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Community First Yorkshire LTD
What does Community First Yorkshire LTD do?
To promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community particularly in Yorkshire and the surrounding area in particular the advancement of education and health and the relief of poverty and distress, the sustainability of rural life, or in pursuing any other charitable purposes by promoting and organising cooperation in the achievement of the said purposes.
How much income did Community First Yorkshire LTD report in 2025?
Community First Yorkshire LTD reported total income of £1.04m and reported expenditure of £1.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community First Yorkshire LTD?
Community First Yorkshire LTD has a program ratio of 115.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community First Yorkshire LTD registered as a charity?
Community First Yorkshire LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1984 as charity number 515538. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Community First Yorkshire LTD?
Community First Yorkshire LTD is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community First Yorkshire LTD operate?
Community First Yorkshire LTD operates across 10 areas, including Barnsley, Bradford City, Calderdale and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Community First Yorkshire LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Community First Yorkshire LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 515538.
Details
Tower House
Askham Fields Lane
Askham Bryan
York
YO23 3FS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Rural Action Yorkshire Limited
- Yorkshire Rural Community Council
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated