Lives Not Knives
Also known as: Lnk
Act as a resource for young people (up to 24) living in Croydon, London and the surrounding areas. We provide advice and assistance as well as organise programmes as a means of: a) helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals; b) advancing education; c) relieving unemployment
Activities & Mission
Act as a resource for young people (up to 24) living in Croydon, London and the surrounding areas. We provide advice and assistance as well as organise programmes as a means of: a) helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals; b) advancing education; c) relieving unemployment
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 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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 | £245,419 | £352,864 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £412,654 | £309,002 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2023 | £156,840 | £352,993 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £511,709 | £361,715 | £361,712 | £600,301 | £600,301 | 10 / 20 |
| 2021 | £484,181 | £349,137 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lives Not Knives
What does Lives Not Knives do?
Act as a resource for young people (up to 24) living in Croydon, London and the surrounding areas. We provide advice and assistance as well as organise programmes as a means of: a) helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals; b) advancing education; c) relieving unemployment
How much income did Lives Not Knives report in 2025?
Lives Not Knives reported total income of £245k and reported expenditure of £353k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lives Not Knives?
Lives Not Knives has a program ratio of 305.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lives Not Knives registered as a charity?
Lives Not Knives was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2013 as charity number 1153634. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Lives Not Knives?
Lives Not Knives is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Monica Beckles. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lives Not Knives operate?
Lives Not Knives operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lives Not Knives a registered charity?
Yes — Lives Not Knives is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153634.
Details
Unit Lsu5
Upper Mall
Centrale Shopping Centre
North End
CROYDON
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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