Friends For Life Bedfordshire
To relieve the needs of people in care homes within the unitary boroughs of Bedford, Central Beds. and Luton or any area previously defined as being within Bedfordshire by any or all of the following:(i) developing schemes for befriending residents(ii) assisting care homes in meeting the spiritual needs of residents, in particular to help them in meeting their statutory requirements.
Activities & Mission
To relieve the needs of people in care homes within the unitary boroughs of Bedford, Central Beds. and Luton or any area previously defined as being within Bedfordshire by any or all of the following:(i) developing schemes for befriending residents(ii) assisting care homes in meeting the spiritual needs of residents, in particular to help them in meeting their statutory requirements.
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
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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 | £113,445 | £83,831 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2024 | £75,207 | £86,535 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £56,189 | £50,409 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £57,136 | £51,768 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2021 | £43,075 | £28,008 | 0 / 75 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends For Life Bedfordshire
What does Friends For Life Bedfordshire do?
To relieve the needs of people in care homes within the unitary boroughs of Bedford, Central Beds. and Luton or any area previously defined as being within Bedfordshire by any or all of the following:(i) developing schemes for befriending residents(ii) assisting care homes in meeting the spiritual needs of residents, in particular to help them in meeting their statutory requirements.
How much income did Friends For Life Bedfordshire report in 2025?
Friends For Life Bedfordshire reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £84k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends For Life Bedfordshire registered as a charity?
Friends For Life Bedfordshire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 2016 as charity number 1165730. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Friends For Life Bedfordshire?
Friends For Life Bedfordshire is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends For Life Bedfordshire operate?
Friends For Life Bedfordshire operates across 2 areas: Bedford and Central Bedfordshire.
Is Friends For Life Bedfordshire a registered charity?
Yes — Friends For Life Bedfordshire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165730.
Details
2nd floor
43 Bromham Road
BEDFORD
Bedfordshire
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