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Harpenden Helping Hand Association

Also known as: Harpenden Helping Hand, Hhh

To bring relief to anyone in the local Harpenden community who is in need - either by offering assistance from local sources or by putting the person in touch with an appropriate specialised welfare service. Direct help is offered in the form of transport for people who are unable to use public transport or responding to any request for "good neighbour" help e.g. shopping, gardening, or company.

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Activities & Mission

To bring relief to anyone in the local Harpenden community who is in need - either by offering assistance from local sources or by putting the person in touch with an appropriate specialised welfare service. Direct help is offered in the form of transport for people who are unable to use public transport or responding to any request for "good neighbour" help e.g. shopping, gardening, or company.

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
£12,335
Latest Expenditure
£20,019

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 162.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 162.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£12,335
£20,0190 / 65
2024
£14,264
£11,1870 / 55

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Harpenden Helping Hand Association

What does Harpenden Helping Hand Association do?

To bring relief to anyone in the local Harpenden community who is in need - either by offering assistance from local sources or by putting the person in touch with an appropriate specialised welfare service. Direct help is offered in the form of transport for people who are unable to use public transport or responding to any request for "good neighbour" help e.g. shopping, gardening, or company.

How much income did Harpenden Helping Hand Association report in 2025?

Harpenden Helping Hand Association reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Harpenden Helping Hand Association registered as a charity?

Harpenden Helping Hand Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 1971 as charity number 261426. It has been registered for 55 years.

Who runs Harpenden Helping Hand Association?

Harpenden Helping Hand Association is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER LYVERSAGE MARSDEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Harpenden Helping Hand Association operate?

Harpenden Helping Hand Association operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Harpenden Helping Hand Association a registered charity?

Yes — Harpenden Helping Hand Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 261426.

Details

Address
17 Barrons Row
HARPENDEN
Hertfordshire
AL5 1SD
Registration Date
13 August 1971
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
261426
Charity Number
261426

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Trustees

CHRISTOPHER LYVERSAGE MARSDEN Chair
HELEN LOVELAND
PETER KENYON

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Harpenden Helping Hand
  • Hhh

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30 July 2026
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