Scope
Also known as: The Spastics Society
Scope works to create an equal future with disabled people. We are a collective movement of disabled people, campaigners, donors, volunteers, communities and businesses. We work every day to challenge attitudes and end disability inequality. Through our services, advice and community support we reach millions of disabled people and we continue to campaign for a fairer society.
Activities & Mission
Scope works to create an equal future with disabled people. We are a collective movement of disabled people, campaigners, donors, volunteers, communities and businesses. We work every day to challenge attitudes and end disability inequality. Through our services, advice and community support we reach millions of disabled people and we continue to campaign for a fairer society.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. (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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £44,041,000 | £52,926,000 | £17,995,000 | £26,361,000 | £16,320,000 | 817 / 4000 |
| 2024 | £47,171,000 | £48,739,000 | £17,522,000 | £34,450,000 | £20,163,000 | 842 / 4800 |
| 2023 | £44,057,000 | £51,985,000 | £19,458,000 | £34,707,000 | £22,956,000 | 832 / 4000 |
| 2022 | £44,165,000 | £45,118,000 | £14,095,000 | £43,611,000 | £30,939,000 | 825 / 4000 |
| 2021 | £34,121,000 | £36,322,000 | £11,603,000 | £43,511,000 | £32,483,000 | 723 / 4300 |
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Frequently asked questions about Scope
What does Scope do?
Scope works to create an equal future with disabled people. We are a collective movement of disabled people, campaigners, donors, volunteers, communities and businesses. We work every day to challenge attitudes and end disability inequality. Through our services, advice and community support we reach millions of disabled people and we continue to campaign for a fairer society.
How much income did Scope report in 2025?
Scope reported total income of £44.04m and reported expenditure of £52.93m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Scope?
Scope has a program ratio of 40.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Scope registered as a charity?
Scope was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 208231. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Scope?
Scope is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Scope operate?
Scope operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Scope a registered charity?
Yes — Scope is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 208231.
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Also Known As
- The Spastics Society
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- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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