Opening Doors London
Also known as: Odl
Opening Doors London aims to specifically meet the needs of the older LGBT plus (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans) community and is aimed at people who identify as LGBT plus and are over the age of 50. We have members from across London and beyond.
Activities & Mission
Opening Doors London aims to specifically meet the needs of the older LGBT plus (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans) community and is aimed at people who identify as LGBT plus and are over the age of 50. We have members from across London and beyond.
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 91% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 34% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 31% 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 2022.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | £616,749 | £756,249 | £717,909 | £125,841 | £125,841 | 14 / 350 |
| 2021 | £690,967 | £560,225 | £526,263 | £265,341 | £265,341 | 15 / 314 |
| 2020 | £498,755 | £465,843 | 0 / 350 | |||
| 2019 | £457,717 | £394,319 | 0 / 340 | |||
| 2018 | £338,939 | £315,719 | 0 / 286 |
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Frequently asked questions about Opening Doors London
What does Opening Doors London do?
Opening Doors London aims to specifically meet the needs of the older LGBT plus (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans) community and is aimed at people who identify as LGBT plus and are over the age of 50. We have members from across London and beyond.
How much income did Opening Doors London report in 2022?
Opening Doors London reported total income of £617k and reported expenditure of £756k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Opening Doors London?
Opening Doors London has a program ratio of 116.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Opening Doors London registered as a charity?
Opening Doors London was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 2016 as charity number 1167919. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Opening Doors London?
Opening Doors London is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julia Rachel Shelley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Opening Doors London operate?
Opening Doors London operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Opening Doors London a registered charity?
Yes — Opening Doors London is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167919.
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