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Hands Gillingham

Also known as: Hands and Gillingham Volunteer Bureau, Hands and Gillingham Volunteer Centre, Hands in Medway

The Charity provides services for older, disabled or vulnerable adults in the Gillingham area, including a transport service to medical appointments or other essential journeys, a basic gardening service and other services to alleviate social isolation.To do all such lawful things to further the attainment of such purposesArea of operation and benefit, Gillingham, Medway

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Activities & Mission

The Charity provides services for older, disabled or vulnerable adults in the Gillingham area, including a transport service to medical appointments or other essential journeys, a basic gardening service and other services to alleviate social isolation.To do all such lawful things to further the attainment of such purposesArea of operation and benefit, Gillingham, Medway

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

Latest Income
£3,167
Latest Expenditure
£3,911

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£15,473
£3,9440 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hands Gillingham

What does Hands Gillingham do?

The Charity provides services for older, disabled or vulnerable adults in the Gillingham area, including a transport service to medical appointments or other essential journeys, a basic gardening service and other services to alleviate social isolation.To do all such lawful things to further the attainment of such purposesArea of operation and benefit, Gillingham, Medway

How much income did Hands Gillingham report in 2024?

Hands Gillingham reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hands Gillingham registered as a charity?

Hands Gillingham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 September 1984 as charity number 290169. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs Hands Gillingham?

Hands Gillingham is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is BARRY KEMP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hands Gillingham operate?

Hands Gillingham operates in Medway, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hands Gillingham a registered charity?

Yes — Hands Gillingham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290169.

Details

Address
Hands Gillingham
The Oast Community Centre
Granary Close
Rainham
Gillingham
ME9 7SG
Registration Date
18 September 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
290169
Charity Number
290169

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Trustees

BARRY KEMP Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DAPHNE STEARN
Also governs 1 other charity
IAN TERRY
Joyce Kemp
WENDY IRENE BACK

Also Known As

  • Hands and Gillingham Volunteer Bureau
  • Hands and Gillingham Volunteer Centre
  • Hands in Medway

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14 May 2026
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