Quaker Social Action
Also known as: Quaker Social Action (bia)
Our vision is of a just world, where people put people first. We aim to enable people on low incomes in East London to seek solutions to the issues affecting their lives. To do this, we will listen to and respond to the needs of the community by running practical, sustainable and collaborative projects. We will share our work with others when it is clear that it has the potential to bring benefits
Activities & Mission
Our vision is of a just world, where people put people first. We aim to enable people on low incomes in East London to seek solutions to the issues affecting their lives. To do this, we will listen to and respond to the needs of the community by running practical, sustainable and collaborative projects. We will share our work with others when it is clear that it has the potential to bring benefits
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 95% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Religion 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,350,500 | £1,881,751 | £1,754,347 | £520,116 | £234,389 | 40 / 47 |
| 2024 | £1,512,170 | £2,167,473 | £2,065,133 | £1,083,390 | £503,484 | 32 / 52 |
| 2023 | £1,685,812 | £1,924,888 | £1,816,677 | £1,735,862 | £107,838 | 32 / 37 |
| 2022 | £1,598,411 | £1,527,628 | £1,422,850 | £1,907,433 | £149,823 | 42 / 39 |
| 2021 | £2,137,426 | £1,380,831 | £1,221,534 | £1,839,563 | £176,709 | 39 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Quaker Social Action
What does Quaker Social Action do?
Our vision is of a just world, where people put people first. We aim to enable people on low incomes in East London to seek solutions to the issues affecting their lives. To do this, we will listen to and respond to the needs of the community by running practical, sustainable and collaborative projects. We will share our work with others when it is clear that it has the potential to bring benefits
How much income did Quaker Social Action report in 2025?
Quaker Social Action reported total income of £1.35m and reported expenditure of £1.88m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Quaker Social Action?
Quaker Social Action has a program ratio of 129.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Quaker Social Action registered as a charity?
Quaker Social Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 April 1998 as charity number 1069157. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Quaker Social Action?
Quaker Social Action is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Quaker Social Action operate?
Quaker Social Action operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Quaker Social Action a registered charity?
Yes — Quaker Social Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069157.
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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