Little Village
Little Village makes a big difference to families with babies and young children living in poverty across London. Via our network of baby banks we pass on loved goods from one family to another (clothes, toys and equipment). Families either visit a Little Village hub, or items are packed with care and delivered to their home. We also connect families into a wider network of support.
Activities & Mission
Little Village makes a big difference to families with babies and young children living in poverty across London. Via our network of baby banks we pass on loved goods from one family to another (clothes, toys and equipment). Families either visit a Little Village hub, or items are packed with care and delivered to their home. We also connect families into a wider network of support.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 35% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 26% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,303,071 | £4,104,595 | £3,765,917 | £2,737,289 | £1,580,871 | 59 / 795 |
| 2023 | £4,487,126 | £3,949,480 | £3,683,336 | £2,538,813 | £1,524,478 | 55 / 1024 |
| 2022 | £3,545,485 | £3,417,647 | £3,242,620 | £2,001,167 | £2,001,167 | 47 / 1212 |
| 2021 | £2,828,058 | £1,861,199 | £1,758,428 | £1,873,329 | £1,873,329 | 33 / 629 |
| 2020 | £2,150,968 | £1,428,491 | £1,362,168 | £906,470 | £906,470 | 24 / 499 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Little Village
What does Little Village do?
Little Village makes a big difference to families with babies and young children living in poverty across London. Via our network of baby banks we pass on loved goods from one family to another (clothes, toys and equipment). Families either visit a Little Village hub, or items are packed with care and delivered to their home. We also connect families into a wider network of support.
How much income did Little Village report in 2024?
Little Village reported total income of £4.30m and reported expenditure of £4.10m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Little Village?
Little Village has a program ratio of 87.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 35% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Little Village registered as a charity?
Little Village was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 October 2016 as charity number 1169735. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Little Village?
Little Village is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Olivia Gillan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Little Village operate?
Little Village operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Little Village a registered charity?
Yes — Little Village is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169735.
Details
144-146 Tooting High Street
London
SW17 0RT
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