Gl Communities
We deliver services in areas of deprivation in Gloucestershire. Current activities : Money Advice Services, General welfare benefits advice, Community education, Learning disability well-being centre, and programmes that increase employability by learning practical skills i.e. landscaping, carpentry, painting etc. We accept volunteers in service areas above to enhance skills.
Activities & Mission
We deliver services in areas of deprivation in Gloucestershire. Current activities : Money Advice Services, General welfare benefits advice, Community education, Learning disability well-being centre, and programmes that increase employability by learning practical skills i.e. landscaping, carpentry, painting etc. We accept volunteers in service areas above to enhance skills.
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 52% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts 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 | £623,290 | £551,735 | £551,735 | £113,081 | £113,081 | 21 / 25 |
| 2024 | £419,038 | £452,721 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £358,889 | £457,553 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £489,444 | £529,838 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £457,270 | £403,446 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Gl Communities
What does Gl Communities do?
We deliver services in areas of deprivation in Gloucestershire. Current activities : Money Advice Services, General welfare benefits advice, Community education, Learning disability well-being centre, and programmes that increase employability by learning practical skills i.e. landscaping, carpentry, painting etc. We accept volunteers in service areas above to enhance skills.
How much income did Gl Communities report in 2025?
Gl Communities reported total income of £623k and reported expenditure of £552k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Gl Communities?
Gl Communities has a program ratio of 88.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Gl Communities registered as a charity?
Gl Communities was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2010 as charity number 1134656. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Gl Communities?
Gl Communities is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gl Communities operate?
Gl Communities operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Gl Communities a registered charity?
Yes — Gl Communities is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134656.
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