Restore (cumbria)

Also known as: Opshops (helping Communities Grow)

Restore (Cumbria) exists to help create new lives and opportunities for people, including but not restricted to the work and ministry of the OpShops, the Repair Cafe and the Men in Sheds project.

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Activities & Mission

Restore (Cumbria) exists to help create new lives and opportunities for people, including but not restricted to the work and ministry of the OpShops, the Repair Cafe and the Men in Sheds project.

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.

Local Authority

Cumbria

Financial Information

Latest Income

£433,576

Latest Expenditure

£399,471

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 92.1%

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£433,576	£399,471	0 / 43
2023	£362,448	£351,009	0 / 49
2022	£392,437	£313,701	0 / 40
2021	£266,144	£319,898	0 / 40
2020	£205,170	£137,126	0 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Restore (cumbria)

What does Restore (cumbria) do?

Restore (Cumbria) exists to help create new lives and opportunities for people, including but not restricted to the work and ministry of the OpShops, the Repair Cafe and the Men in Sheds project.

How much income did Restore (cumbria) report in 2024?

Restore (cumbria) reported total income of £434k and reported expenditure of £399k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Restore (cumbria) registered as a charity?

Restore (cumbria) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 December 2019 as charity number 1187078. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Restore (cumbria)?

Restore (cumbria) is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Bryan Gray CBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Restore (cumbria) operate?

Restore (cumbria) operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Restore (cumbria) a registered charity?

Yes — Restore (cumbria) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187078.