Doncaster Refurnish
Refurnish is an entrepreneurial social enterprise that delivers social, environmental and economic targets. The organisation was formed in response to two factors; lack of affordable furniture for disadvantaged people who were often exploited by unethical lenders and the vast amounts of reusable furniture being buried in landfill. We use or work as a training aid for disadvantaged people.
Activities & Mission
Refurnish is an entrepreneurial social enterprise that delivers social, environmental and economic targets. The organisation was formed in response to two factors; lack of affordable furniture for disadvantaged people who were often exploited by unethical lenders and the vast amounts of reusable furniture being buried in landfill. We use or work as a training aid for disadvantaged people.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 79% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 68% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 88% of UK Economic and community development 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 | £1,719,050 | £1,771,749 | £1,770,363 | £673,195 | £664,293 | 53 / 15 |
| 2023 | £1,890,711 | £1,784,361 | £1,784,361 | £725,894 | £725,606 | 50 / 30 |
| 2022 | £1,594,285 | £1,527,851 | £1,266,194 | £619,544 | £590,622 | 43 / 30 |
| 2021 | £1,854,731 | £1,630,440 | £1,397,736 | £553,110 | £545,188 | 57 / 30 |
| 2020 | £1,529,037 | £1,548,263 | £1,317,227 | £328,819 | £328,819 | 58 / 32 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Doncaster Refurnish
What does Doncaster Refurnish do?
Refurnish is an entrepreneurial social enterprise that delivers social, environmental and economic targets. The organisation was formed in response to two factors; lack of affordable furniture for disadvantaged people who were often exploited by unethical lenders and the vast amounts of reusable furniture being buried in landfill. We use or work as a training aid for disadvantaged people.
How much income did Doncaster Refurnish report in 2024?
Doncaster Refurnish reported total income of £1.72m and reported expenditure of £1.77m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Doncaster Refurnish?
Doncaster Refurnish has a program ratio of 103.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 79% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Doncaster Refurnish registered as a charity?
Doncaster Refurnish was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 2007 as charity number 1118160. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Doncaster Refurnish?
Doncaster Refurnish is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Doncaster Refurnish operate?
Doncaster Refurnish operates across 2 areas: Doncaster and Rotherham.
Is Doncaster Refurnish a registered charity?
Yes — Doncaster Refurnish is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118160.
Details
Hutton Business Park
Hangthwaite Road
Carcroft
Doncaster
DN6 7BD
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