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National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom

Also known as: Nfbuk

The federation, through its blind and partially sighted membership, seeks to promote a better quality of life for all visually impaired people through local activities at branch level and nationally through campaigning.

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Activities & Mission

The federation, through its blind and partially sighted membership, seeks to promote a better quality of life for all visually impaired people through local activities at branch level and nationally through campaigning.

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

Latest Income
£31,819
Latest Expenditure
£79,780

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 250.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 250.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£31,819
£79,7800 / 15
2023
£73,282
£87,0290 / 15
2022
£58,548
£96,4630 / 0
2021
£44,013
£66,5430 / 10
2020
£22,283
£56,2160 / 31

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Frequently asked questions about National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom

What does National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom do?

The federation, through its blind and partially sighted membership, seeks to promote a better quality of life for all visually impaired people through local activities at branch level and nationally through campaigning.

How much income did National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom report in 2024?

National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom registered as a charity?

National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1964 as charity number 236629. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom?

National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR K FARRELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom operate?

National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom a registered charity?

Yes — National Federation Of The Blind Of The United Kingdom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 236629.

Details

Address
National Federation of The Blind
Sir John Wilson House
215 Kirkgate
WAKEFIELD
WF1 1JG
Registration Date
22 September 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
236629
Charity Number
236629

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Trustees

MR K FARRELL Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Clive Lever
Dr Devaki Sivasubramanian
Elizabeth Ann Silver
Also governs 1 other charity
Jill Allen-King
Also governs 1 other charity
MR A HODGSON
Sandra Kane

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • National Federation of the Blind of the United Kingdom
  • Nfbuk

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