Sofa
Also known as: S O F a, Suppliers of Furniture and Appliances
Furniture Re-use Project originally set up to relieve hardship by providing low cost furniture and appliances to those in need. Provision of work experience and training for individuals seeking employment. Increasingly important is our environmental role in diverting items from landfill.
Activities & Mission
Furniture Re-use Project originally set up to relieve hardship by providing low cost furniture and appliances to those in need. Provision of work experience and training for individuals seeking employment. Increasingly important is our environmental role in diverting items from landfill.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £240,512 | £175,692 | 0 / 46 | |||
| 2024 | £249,380 | £192,665 | 0 / 42 | |||
| 2023 | £157,952 | £196,823 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £168,317 | £199,748 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2021 | £173,556 | £211,932 | 0 / 36 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sofa
What does Sofa do?
Furniture Re-use Project originally set up to relieve hardship by providing low cost furniture and appliances to those in need. Provision of work experience and training for individuals seeking employment. Increasingly important is our environmental role in diverting items from landfill.
How much income did Sofa report in 2025?
Sofa reported total income of £241k and reported expenditure of £176k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sofa registered as a charity?
Sofa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 1991 as charity number 1002980. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs Sofa?
Sofa is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is BRIAN DAVID GRANGER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sofa operate?
Sofa operates in Leicestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sofa a registered charity?
Yes — Sofa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1002980.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- S O F a
- Suppliers of Furniture and Appliances
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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