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leicestershire search and rescue

The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, and the general public. Leicestershire Search And Rescue is a registered charity whose purpose is the advancement of health or the saving of lives. It delivers its work by providing services. The charity is based in Leicestershire and operates in Leicestershire, Leicester City, and Rutland.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

LeicSAR is a lowland search and rescue unit operating throughout Leicestershire and Rutland. We are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.Our primary role is to assist the Police in the search for vulnerable missing persons in urban, rural and lowland areas. This includes children, the elderly or those suffering from an illness including dementia, depression or mental health issues.

Fundraising

See where Leicestershire Search And Rescue is active and find local fundraising opportunities.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£70,858
Latest Expenditure
£67,874

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.8%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£70,858£67,8740 / 58
2023£28,649£29,1200 / 57
2022£38,430£38,1400 / 52
2021£37,215£43,7350 / 49
2020£46,884£59,5230 / 38

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers