Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Shelter, National Campaign for the Homeless Limited, Shelter
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing and homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to use for help.We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Activities & Mission
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing and homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to use for help.We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Grants
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £79,906,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 92). How is this calculated?
Higher than 12% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £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 | £76,960,000 | £79,906,000 | £45,928,000 | £19,925,000 | £7,746,000 | 1226 / 2652 |
| 2024 | £81,331,000 | £82,654,000 | £49,481,000 | £22,871,000 | £7,960,000 | 1237 / 2667 |
| 2023 | £73,665,000 | £82,770,000 | £48,966,000 | £24,121,000 | £7,937,000 | 1167 / 2459 |
| 2022 | £75,197,000 | £73,525,000 | £45,483,000 | £33,356,000 | £29,509,000 | 1270 / 2617 |
| 2021 | £72,883,000 | £71,571,000 | £46,135,000 | £31,158,000 | £28,005,000 | 1335 / 2584 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited
What does Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited do?
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing and homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to use for help.We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
How much income did Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited report in 2025?
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited reported total income of £76.96m and reported expenditure of £79.91m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited?
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited has a program ratio of 59.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 92 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited registered as a charity?
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 March 1972 as charity number 263710. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited?
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited operate?
Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Shelter, National Campaign For Homeless People Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 263710.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Shelter, National Campaign for the Homeless Limited
- Shelter
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated