Coventry Independent Advice Service
Also known as: Wood End Advice and Information Centre Limited, Woodend Advice and Information Centre Limited
We offer free advice, information and support to residents of Coventry and surrounding areas. We hold the Advice Quality Standard for our debt and welfare benefits advice, a nationally recognised quality mark for public advice organisations. We are members of AdviceUK and our debt advice is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our aim is to combat poverty and financial exclusion.
Activities & Mission
We offer free advice, information and support to residents of Coventry and surrounding areas. We hold the Advice Quality Standard for our debt and welfare benefits advice, a nationally recognised quality mark for public advice organisations. We are members of AdviceUK and our debt advice is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our aim is to combat poverty and financial exclusion.
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 45% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 396). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 93% of UK Charitable activities 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 | £350,540 | £375,973 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £506,829 | £450,563 | £450,563 | £168,680 | £127,634 | 13 / 10 |
| 2023 | £415,093 | £439,599 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £397,129 | £454,160 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £498,075 | £449,462 | 0 / 8 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Coventry Independent Advice Service
What does Coventry Independent Advice Service do?
We offer free advice, information and support to residents of Coventry and surrounding areas. We hold the Advice Quality Standard for our debt and welfare benefits advice, a nationally recognised quality mark for public advice organisations. We are members of AdviceUK and our debt advice is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our aim is to combat poverty and financial exclusion.
How much income did Coventry Independent Advice Service report in 2025?
Coventry Independent Advice Service reported total income of £351k and reported expenditure of £376k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Coventry Independent Advice Service?
Coventry Independent Advice Service has a program ratio of 88.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 45% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 396 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Coventry Independent Advice Service registered as a charity?
Coventry Independent Advice Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 November 1992 as charity number 1015216. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Coventry Independent Advice Service?
Coventry Independent Advice Service is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Coventry Independent Advice Service operate?
Coventry Independent Advice Service operates across 2 areas: Coventry City and Warwickshire.
Is Coventry Independent Advice Service a registered charity?
Yes — Coventry Independent Advice Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1015216.
Details
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COVENTRY
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Wood End Advice and Information Centre Limited
- Woodend Advice and Information Centre Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated