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Connected Voice

Also known as: Newcastle Upon Tyne Council for Voluntary Service

We aim to improve the quality of life in Newcastle by a broad programme of voluntary action, recognising that priority should be focussed on the most disadvantaged communities. We achieve this by providing a voice for individuals & the voluntary & community sector, championing voluntary & community action, strengthening voluntary & community organisations, highlighting poverty & inequality issues.

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Activities & Mission

We aim to improve the quality of life in Newcastle by a broad programme of voluntary action, recognising that priority should be focussed on the most disadvantaged communities. We achieve this by providing a voice for individuals & the voluntary & community sector, championing voluntary & community action, strengthening voluntary & community organisations, highlighting poverty & inequality issues.

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,866,882
Latest Expenditure
£1,917,386

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 102.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £13,759
Charitable Activities £1,820,557
Other Trading £6,539
Investments £26,027
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,917,326
Raising Funds £60
Governance £12,539
Grants to Institutions £176,438
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
£1,866,882
£1,917,386£1,917,326£676,961£481,72541 / 5
2024
£1,870,315
£1,888,088£1,865,990£727,465£387,47047 / 5
2023
£1,794,932
£2,312,471£1,832,298£741,312£502,89649 / 0
2022
£1,868,539
£1,613,155£1,361,026£1,209,163£814,98749 / 0
2021
£1,815,608
£1,808,151£1,608,307£1,015,027£861,67345 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Connected Voice

What does Connected Voice do?

We aim to improve the quality of life in Newcastle by a broad programme of voluntary action, recognising that priority should be focussed on the most disadvantaged communities. We achieve this by providing a voice for individuals & the voluntary & community sector, championing voluntary & community action, strengthening voluntary & community organisations, highlighting poverty & inequality issues.

How much income did Connected Voice report in 2025?

Connected Voice reported total income of £1.87m and reported expenditure of £1.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Connected Voice registered as a charity?

Connected Voice was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 2008 as charity number 1125877. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Connected Voice?

Connected Voice is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Connected Voice operate?

Connected Voice operates across 6 areas, including Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City, North Tyneside and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Connected Voice a registered charity?

Yes — Connected Voice is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125877.

Details

Address
Connected Voice
One Strawberry Lane
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 4BX
Registration Date
15 September 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4041558
Charity Number
1125877

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Trustees

Adebusola Monique Afolabi
Bethan Grace Hosker
Dr Garry-Alexandros Efraim Dearges-Chantler
Elaine Slater Elaine Slater
Hannah Lucy Owens
Keith Michael Proudfoot
Peter Brian Elliott
Peter Deans
Salha Kaitesi
Sam Cooper
Tracy Huitson

Also Known As

  • Newcastle Upon Tyne Council for Voluntary Service

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30 July 2026
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