Listening Ears
Listening Ears was born from a sincere worry about increasing community isolation and loneliness. Our mission is to support marginalized individuals facing loneliness, depression, or grief. We offer a caring space for empathetic listening, creating a supportive environment. With a focus on vulnerable groups, our robust programs promote health, lifestyle improvement, and total well-being.
Activities & Mission
Listening Ears was born from a sincere worry about increasing community isolation and loneliness. Our mission is to support marginalized individuals facing loneliness, depression, or grief. We offer a caring space for empathetic listening, creating a supportive environment. With a focus on vulnerable groups, our robust programs promote health, lifestyle improvement, and total well-being.
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.
Financial Information
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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 | £29,668 | £26,486 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £46,812 | £24,318 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £45,454 | £43,636 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £20,623 | £65,781 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £36,409 | £94,937 | 0 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Listening Ears
What does Listening Ears do?
Listening Ears was born from a sincere worry about increasing community isolation and loneliness. Our mission is to support marginalized individuals facing loneliness, depression, or grief. We offer a caring space for empathetic listening, creating a supportive environment. With a focus on vulnerable groups, our robust programs promote health, lifestyle improvement, and total well-being.
How much income did Listening Ears report in 2025?
Listening Ears reported total income of £30k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Listening Ears registered as a charity?
Listening Ears was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 2011 as charity number 1145028. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Listening Ears?
Listening Ears is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MOSAD'OLUWA OROTAYO. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Listening Ears operate?
Listening Ears operates across 3 areas: Bexley, Greenwich and Newham.
Is Listening Ears a registered charity?
Yes — Listening Ears is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1145028.
Details
Woolwich Dockyard
LONDON
SE18 5QG
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