Lincolnshire Cares
Also known as: Caistor Cares, Kelsey Cares
Currently, our main service is our Befriending Service, whereby our members are carefully and personally matched to one of our volunteer befrienders, allowing a friendship to develop and regular visits to take place. In response to the pandemic, our service now includes the option to befriend by telephone.We also host a weekly coffee morning in Caistor and South Kelsey.
Activities & Mission
Currently, our main service is our Befriending Service, whereby our members are carefully and personally matched to one of our volunteer befrienders, allowing a friendship to develop and regular visits to take place. In response to the pandemic, our service now includes the option to befriend by telephone.We also host a weekly coffee morning in Caistor and South Kelsey.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,121 | £3,527 | 0 / 29 | |||
| 2025 | £2,907 | £3,067 | 0 / 34 | |||
| 2024 | £3,854 | £2,389 | 0 / 33 | |||
| 2023 | £5,138 | £2,397 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £1,498 | £1,416 | 0 / 27 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lincolnshire Cares
What does Lincolnshire Cares do?
Currently, our main service is our Befriending Service, whereby our members are carefully and personally matched to one of our volunteer befrienders, allowing a friendship to develop and regular visits to take place. In response to the pandemic, our service now includes the option to befriend by telephone.We also host a weekly coffee morning in Caistor and South Kelsey.
How much income did Lincolnshire Cares report in 2026?
Lincolnshire Cares reported total income of £1k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lincolnshire Cares registered as a charity?
Lincolnshire Cares was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 2019 as charity number 1186816. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Lincolnshire Cares?
Lincolnshire Cares is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julia Rosamund Whittaker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lincolnshire Cares operate?
Lincolnshire Cares operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lincolnshire Cares a registered charity?
Yes — Lincolnshire Cares is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186816.
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Also Known As
- Caistor Cares
- Kelsey Cares
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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