Leicester Charity Organisation Society
Also known as: Leicester Charity Link
Charity Link administers grants on behalf of other charities for individuals in need in Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire. People suffering poverty or hardship are referred to us for help. We seek out and apply to other charities on service users' behalf and distribute any grants raised. We also provide administration services to other grant making charities.
Activities & Mission
Charity Link administers grants on behalf of other charities for individuals in need in Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire. People suffering poverty or hardship are referred to us for help. We seek out and apply to other charities on service users' behalf and distribute any grants raised. We also provide administration services to other grant making charities.
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 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 33% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Charitable activities 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 | £1,682,692 | £1,341,398 | £1,233,931 | £1,204,375 | £299,754 | 22 / 5 |
| 2024 | £1,835,882 | £1,838,791 | £1,746,819 | £881,355 | £238,491 | 22 / 3 |
| 2023 | £2,126,269 | £1,890,880 | £1,806,208 | £881,625 | £178,910 | 22 / 1 |
| 2022 | £1,862,545 | £1,959,791 | £1,871,491 | £649,270 | £145,688 | 21 / 1 |
| 2021 | £1,577,844 | £1,334,187 | £1,262,977 | £649,860 | £29,836 | 18 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Leicester Charity Organisation Society
What does Leicester Charity Organisation Society do?
Charity Link administers grants on behalf of other charities for individuals in need in Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire. People suffering poverty or hardship are referred to us for help. We seek out and apply to other charities on service users' behalf and distribute any grants raised. We also provide administration services to other grant making charities.
How much income did Leicester Charity Organisation Society report in 2025?
Leicester Charity Organisation Society reported total income of £1.68m and reported expenditure of £1.34m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leicester Charity Organisation Society?
Leicester Charity Organisation Society has a program ratio of 73.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leicester Charity Organisation Society registered as a charity?
Leicester Charity Organisation Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 1999 as charity number 1078271. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Leicester Charity Organisation Society?
Leicester Charity Organisation Society is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leicester Charity Organisation Society operate?
Leicester Charity Organisation Society operates across 5 areas, including Leicester City, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Leicester Charity Organisation Society a registered charity?
Yes — Leicester Charity Organisation Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078271.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated