Sight Loss Shropshire
Also known as: Svab, The Shropshire Voluntary Association for the Blind
SLS's aim is to improve the quality of life of visually impaired people of all ages who live in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin by helping visually impaired people to cope with their sight loss and the difficulties this imposes on their daily lives, raising awareness of sight loss and acting as a local champion for visually impaired people.
Activities & Mission
SLS's aim is to improve the quality of life of visually impaired people of all ages who live in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin by helping visually impaired people to cope with their sight loss and the difficulties this imposes on their daily lives, raising awareness of sight loss and acting as a local champion for visually impaired people.
Grants
Sight Loss Shropshire makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £110,363
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- people with disabilities
- What it supports
- disability
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Onevision, Shropshire (organisation 1043696)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Liz and Jo Fullwood Trust for the Elderly Blind (organisation 4020405)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £111,862 | £110,363 | 0 / 37 | |||
| 2025 | £83,349 | £93,943 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £92,703 | £92,681 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2023 | £32,005 | £53,693 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £26,514 | £22,857 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sight Loss Shropshire
What does Sight Loss Shropshire do?
SLS's aim is to improve the quality of life of visually impaired people of all ages who live in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin by helping visually impaired people to cope with their sight loss and the difficulties this imposes on their daily lives, raising awareness of sight loss and acting as a local champion for visually impaired people.
How much income did Sight Loss Shropshire report in 2026?
Sight Loss Shropshire reported total income of £112k and reported expenditure of £110k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sight Loss Shropshire registered as a charity?
Sight Loss Shropshire was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 1963 as charity number 215137. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Sight Loss Shropshire?
Sight Loss Shropshire is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sight Loss Shropshire operate?
Sight Loss Shropshire operates across 2 areas: Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
Is Sight Loss Shropshire a registered charity?
Yes — Sight Loss Shropshire is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 215137.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Svab
- The Shropshire Voluntary Association for the Blind
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated