Community Sustainability Services
Also known as: Sunderland Community Furniture Service
The principal activity of the charity is supplying furniture and household goods to those most in need in the North East of England, in particular to people in Sunderland. The charity participates in charitable projects for the relief of elderly or disabled and vulnerable people in the same area. We promote reuse and recycling as a means of waste disposal and we provide recycling activities.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is supplying furniture and household goods to those most in need in the North East of England, in particular to people in Sunderland. The charity participates in charitable projects for the relief of elderly or disabled and vulnerable people in the same area. We promote reuse and recycling as a means of waste disposal and we provide recycling activities.
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 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £584,147 | £572,213 | £486,871 | £98,459 | £68,818 | 10 / 2 |
| 2024 | £560,658 | £512,833 | £412,779 | £86,525 | £48,648 | 10 / 3 |
| 2023 | £458,242 | £460,684 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2022 | £341,436 | £384,162 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £341,436 | £384,162 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Community Sustainability Services
What does Community Sustainability Services do?
The principal activity of the charity is supplying furniture and household goods to those most in need in the North East of England, in particular to people in Sunderland. The charity participates in charitable projects for the relief of elderly or disabled and vulnerable people in the same area. We promote reuse and recycling as a means of waste disposal and we provide recycling activities.
How much income did Community Sustainability Services report in 2025?
Community Sustainability Services reported total income of £584k and reported expenditure of £572k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Sustainability Services?
Community Sustainability Services has a program ratio of 83.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Sustainability Services registered as a charity?
Community Sustainability Services was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 January 1996 as charity number 1052262. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Community Sustainability Services?
Community Sustainability Services is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Sustainability Services operate?
Community Sustainability Services operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Community Sustainability Services a registered charity?
Yes — Community Sustainability Services is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1052262.
Details
Southwick Industrial Estate
North Hylton Road
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR5 3TX
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Also Known As
- Sunderland Community Furniture Service
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated