Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol
CWVYS is the umbrella body for the voluntary youth sector in Wales. CWVYS:Promotes quality youth workSupports the implementation of youth policies in WalesRaised the profile of the work of the sectorSupports, provides services for and advocates on behalf of its members and other voluntary sector organisations that work with young people in Wales
Activities & Mission
CWVYS is the umbrella body for the voluntary youth sector in Wales. CWVYS:Promotes quality youth workSupports the implementation of youth policies in WalesRaised the profile of the work of the sectorSupports, provides services for and advocates on behalf of its members and other voluntary sector organisations that work with young people in Wales
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £457,479 | £450,595 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £686,767 | £604,061 | £604,061 | £269,104 | £90,000 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £575,549 | £544,695 | £544,695 | £186,398 | £80,000 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £206,722 | £203,288 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2021 | £148,880 | £152,775 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol
What does Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol do?
CWVYS is the umbrella body for the voluntary youth sector in Wales. CWVYS:Promotes quality youth workSupports the implementation of youth policies in WalesRaised the profile of the work of the sectorSupports, provides services for and advocates on behalf of its members and other voluntary sector organisations that work with young people in Wales
How much income did Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol report in 2025?
Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol reported total income of £457k and reported expenditure of £451k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol?
Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol has a program ratio of 88.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol registered as a charity?
Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 2005 as charity number 1110702. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol?
Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Eluned Parrott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol operate?
Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol a registered charity?
Yes — Council For Wales Of Voluntary Youth Services Cyngor Cymreig Y Gwasanaethau Ieuenctid Gwirfoddol is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1110702.
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127-129 BUTE STREET
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