Lifetimes Charity
Also known as: Wandsworth Voluntary Sector Development Agency, Wandsworth Volunteer Bureau, Wvsda
Lifetimes gives grants to necessitous people who reside in London and the Home counties. We work in partnership with chosen charities in our field of work. Current survivors of domestic violence, disabled children, ex veterans, homelessness, food banks and community pantries, local hospitals.
Activities & Mission
Lifetimes gives grants to necessitous people who reside in London and the Home counties. We work in partnership with chosen charities in our field of work. Current survivors of domestic violence, disabled children, ex veterans, homelessness, food banks and community pantries, local hospitals.
Grants
Lifetimes Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £89,843
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and the prevention or relief of poverty
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £149,531 | £89,843 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £97,365 | £60,801 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £38,094 | £30,825 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £2,220,822 | £306,425 | £306,425 | £5,105,248 | £5,105,248 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £934,037 | £783,315 | £176,394 | £3,191,374 | £563,133 | 24 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Lifetimes Charity
What does Lifetimes Charity do?
Lifetimes gives grants to necessitous people who reside in London and the Home counties. We work in partnership with chosen charities in our field of work. Current survivors of domestic violence, disabled children, ex veterans, homelessness, food banks and community pantries, local hospitals.
How much income did Lifetimes Charity report in 2025?
Lifetimes Charity reported total income of £150k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lifetimes Charity registered as a charity?
Lifetimes Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 2000 as charity number 1078984. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs Lifetimes Charity?
Lifetimes Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is NATHALIE GIBSON-WILSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lifetimes Charity operate?
Lifetimes Charity operates across 9 areas, including Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Lifetimes Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Lifetimes Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078984.
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Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Wandsworth Voluntary Sector Development Agency
- Wandsworth Volunteer Bureau
- Wvsda
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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