Furniture Recycling Project
1. The prevention or relief of poverty and financial hardship by re-use, recycling and supplying of items of furniture, electrical appliances and other household items to persons in need2. The advancement of education by the provision of volunteering and learning opportunities3. The protection and perseveration of the environment for the public benefit via waste reduction, re-use and recycling
Activities & Mission
1. The prevention or relief of poverty and financial hardship by re-use, recycling and supplying of items of furniture, electrical appliances and other household items to persons in need2. The advancement of education by the provision of volunteering and learning opportunities3. The protection and perseveration of the environment for the public benefit via waste reduction, re-use and recycling
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 52% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 | £532,454 | £519,480 | £474,664 | £262,681 | £247,478 | 12 / 16 |
| 2024 | £550,382 | £470,114 | £393,572 | £249,707 | £230,006 | 10 / 24 |
| 2023 | £476,626 | £430,334 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £308,410 | £351,395 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £382,857 | £309,257 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Furniture Recycling Project
What does Furniture Recycling Project do?
1. The prevention or relief of poverty and financial hardship by re-use, recycling and supplying of items of furniture, electrical appliances and other household items to persons in need2. The advancement of education by the provision of volunteering and learning opportunities3. The protection and perseveration of the environment for the public benefit via waste reduction, re-use and recycling
How much income did Furniture Recycling Project report in 2025?
Furniture Recycling Project reported total income of £532k and reported expenditure of £519k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Furniture Recycling Project?
Furniture Recycling Project has a program ratio of 89.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Furniture Recycling Project registered as a charity?
Furniture Recycling Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 September 1996 as charity number 1057619. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Furniture Recycling Project?
Furniture Recycling Project is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAWN MELVIN BATH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Furniture Recycling Project operate?
Furniture Recycling Project operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Furniture Recycling Project a registered charity?
Yes — Furniture Recycling Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057619.
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WAREHOUSE 5
WEST QUAY
THE DOCKS
GLOUCESTER
GL1 2EH
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