Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind
To provide a retirement home for blind and partially sighted persons and to promote their welfare, but insofar as there is a vacancy in the home which could not be filled by a blind person, such vacancies may be filled by an elderly person who in the opinion of the directors is in need of the accommodation and services provided by the Charity
Activities & Mission
To provide a retirement home for blind and partially sighted persons and to promote their welfare, but insofar as there is a vacancy in the home which could not be filled by a blind person, such vacancies may be filled by an elderly person who in the opinion of the directors is in need of the accommodation and services provided by the Charity
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 78% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,830,801 | £3,920,524 | £3,910,800 | £6,028,055 | £4,454,832 | 114 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,726,653 | £3,628,661 | £3,618,773 | £6,169,433 | £4,404,367 | 106 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,224,415 | £3,393,803 | £3,384,331 | £5,919,086 | £1,419,146 | 96 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,763,110 | £3,119,740 | £3,109,461 | £6,298,370 | £6,295,820 | 83 / 0 |
| 2020 | £2,922,685 | £2,912,203 | £2,902,797 | £6,485,553 | £6,482,589 | 83 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind
What does Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind do?
To provide a retirement home for blind and partially sighted persons and to promote their welfare, but insofar as there is a vacancy in the home which could not be filled by a blind person, such vacancies may be filled by an elderly person who in the opinion of the directors is in need of the accommodation and services provided by the Charity
How much income did Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind report in 2024?
Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind reported total income of £3.83m and reported expenditure of £3.92m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind?
Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind has a program ratio of 102.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind registered as a charity?
Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 1962 as charity number 202210. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind?
Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is NEIL MAJOR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind operate?
Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind a registered charity?
Yes — Devonport And Western Counties Association For Promoting The General Welfare Of The Blind is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 202210.
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