Dial South Essex
Also known as: Dial Basildon and South Essex
DIAL provides a free, confidential information and advice service on all issues affecting disabled people to help them to improve their quality of life. We can help with benefit checks for Income Maximisation, benefit application form completion, appeals and information on equipment, holidays, leisure, community care, independent living, mobility, transport and any other problem they may have.
Activities & Mission
DIAL provides a free, confidential information and advice service on all issues affecting disabled people to help them to improve their quality of life. We can help with benefit checks for Income Maximisation, benefit application form completion, appeals and information on equipment, holidays, leisure, community care, independent living, mobility, transport and any other problem they may have.
Grants
Dial South Essex is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £124,432
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 | £139,459 | £124,432 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £123,003 | £119,844 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £156,053 | £116,033 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £137,195 | £115,625 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £145,370 | £113,604 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dial South Essex
What does Dial South Essex do?
DIAL provides a free, confidential information and advice service on all issues affecting disabled people to help them to improve their quality of life. We can help with benefit checks for Income Maximisation, benefit application form completion, appeals and information on equipment, holidays, leisure, community care, independent living, mobility, transport and any other problem they may have.
How much income did Dial South Essex report in 2025?
Dial South Essex reported total income of £139k and reported expenditure of £124k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dial South Essex registered as a charity?
Dial South Essex was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 2014 as charity number 1155514. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Dial South Essex?
Dial South Essex 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 Dial South Essex operate?
Dial South Essex operates across 3 areas: Essex, Southend-on-sea and Thurrock.
Is Dial South Essex a registered charity?
Yes — Dial South Essex is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155514.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Dial Basildon and South Essex
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated