Exeter Community Initiatives
Also known as: Exeter Community Initiatives Limited, Exeter Community Umbrella Limited
Exeter Community Initiatives is a registered charity which aims to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the Exeter area. We seek to increase people's self-esteem, confidence and skills, particularly among those who are disadvantaged, socially excluded, or experiencing conditions such as homelessness or poverty.
Activities & Mission
Exeter Community Initiatives is a registered charity which aims to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the Exeter area. We seek to increase people's self-esteem, confidence and skills, particularly among those who are disadvantaged, socially excluded, or experiencing conditions such as homelessness or poverty.
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 61% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Social welfare 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 | £747,372 | £712,034 | £712,034 | £282,106 | £192,032 | 37 / 23 |
| 2024 | £972,890 | £1,097,887 | £1,097,887 | £248,525 | £241,764 | 30 / 30 |
| 2023 | £918,404 | £1,067,888 | £1,067,888 | £370,391 | £274,508 | 46 / 30 |
| 2022 | £969,154 | £992,172 | £965,961 | £521,178 | £256,144 | 47 / 51 |
| 2021 | £1,125,952 | £1,016,757 | £905,115 | £541,397 | £344,647 | 38 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Exeter Community Initiatives
What does Exeter Community Initiatives do?
Exeter Community Initiatives is a registered charity which aims to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the Exeter area. We seek to increase people's self-esteem, confidence and skills, particularly among those who are disadvantaged, socially excluded, or experiencing conditions such as homelessness or poverty.
How much income did Exeter Community Initiatives report in 2025?
Exeter Community Initiatives reported total income of £747k and reported expenditure of £712k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Exeter Community Initiatives?
Exeter Community Initiatives has a program ratio of 95.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 61% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Exeter Community Initiatives registered as a charity?
Exeter Community Initiatives was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 1993 as charity number 1026229. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Exeter Community Initiatives?
Exeter Community Initiatives is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Exeter Community Initiatives operate?
Exeter Community Initiatives operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Exeter Community Initiatives a registered charity?
Yes — Exeter Community Initiatives is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1026229.
Details
Exeter
Devon
EX4 3AN
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Exeter Community Initiatives Limited
- Exeter Community Umbrella Limited
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated