Improving Lives Plymouth
Also known as: Plymouth Guild
We run with our partners, Plymouth Veterans and Family Hub, at our Ernest English House centre, alongside our information and advice services.At our Mannamead Wellbeing Hub (in north Plymouth) and across the city, we provide support for those with long-term health conditions, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues, and their carers.
Activities & Mission
We run with our partners, Plymouth Veterans and Family Hub, at our Ernest English House centre, alongside our information and advice services.At our Mannamead Wellbeing Hub (in north Plymouth) and across the city, we provide support for those with long-term health conditions, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues, and their carers.
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 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,404,613 | £2,395,427 | £2,375,037 | £1,519,102 | £1,519,102 | 72 / 67 |
| 2024 | £2,393,402 | £2,366,833 | £2,344,943 | £1,510,221 | £1,510,221 | 76 / 83 |
| 2023 | £2,301,159 | £2,133,231 | £2,115,565 | £1,459,027 | £1,451,436 | 67 / 38 |
| 2022 | £1,734,746 | £1,596,124 | £1,572,016 | £1,306,394 | £1,031,417 | 55 / 80 |
| 2021 | £1,626,900 | £1,608,591 | £1,572,995 | £1,148,689 | £198,597 | 57 / 36 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Improving Lives Plymouth
What does Improving Lives Plymouth do?
We run with our partners, Plymouth Veterans and Family Hub, at our Ernest English House centre, alongside our information and advice services.At our Mannamead Wellbeing Hub (in north Plymouth) and across the city, we provide support for those with long-term health conditions, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues, and their carers.
How much income did Improving Lives Plymouth report in 2025?
Improving Lives Plymouth reported total income of £2.40m and reported expenditure of £2.40m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Improving Lives Plymouth?
Improving Lives Plymouth has a program ratio of 98.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 68% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Improving Lives Plymouth registered as a charity?
Improving Lives Plymouth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 1997 as charity number 1066776. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Improving Lives Plymouth?
Improving Lives Plymouth is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JEREMY PRICHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Improving Lives Plymouth operate?
Improving Lives Plymouth operates across 2 areas: Devon and Plymouth City.
Is Improving Lives Plymouth a registered charity?
Yes — Improving Lives Plymouth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1066776.
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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