Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired
Also known as: Nab
Improving the lives of visually impaired people in Northamptonshire. Activities include provision of Single Persons Accommodation, Talking Newspaper Service, Home Visiting Service, Mobile Sight Centre, Computer Training, Aids & Adaptations.
Activities & Mission
Improving the lives of visually impaired people in Northamptonshire. Activities include provision of Single Persons Accommodation, Talking Newspaper Service, Home Visiting Service, Mobile Sight Centre, Computer Training, Aids & Adaptations.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 12% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Northamptonshire Association for the Blind (organisation 201240)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £397,480 | £962,217 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2024 | £505,864 | £867,972 | £755,057 | £3,767,154 | £1,268,352 | 21 / 160 |
| 2023 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired
What does Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired do?
Improving the lives of visually impaired people in Northamptonshire. Activities include provision of Single Persons Accommodation, Talking Newspaper Service, Home Visiting Service, Mobile Sight Centre, Computer Training, Aids & Adaptations.
How much income did Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired report in 2025?
Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired reported total income of £397k and reported expenditure of £962k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired?
Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired has a program ratio of 149.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired registered as a charity?
Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 March 2022 as charity number 1198369. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired?
Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edwin Leonard Slinn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired operate?
Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired operates in Northamptonshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired a registered charity?
Yes — Northamptonshire Association For The Blind And Visually Impaired is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198369.
Details
1-2 PREMIER COURT
BRADBURY HOUSE
MOULTON PARK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
NORTHAMPTON
NN3 6LF
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- 14 May 2026
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