South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund
Also known as: South Western Ambulance Service Trust Fund, West Country Ambulance Services Trust Fund, South Western Ambulance Service Charity, South Western Ambulance Charity, The Extra Mile, W a S T Trust Fund
THE OVERALL OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE TO FUND STAFF WELFARE, INCLUDING TRAINING, AND TO PROVIDE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS GROUPS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF CORNWALL, DEVON, SOMERSET, DORSET, BRISTOL CITY,WILTSHIRE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, NORTH SOMERSET.
Activities & Mission
THE OVERALL OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE TO FUND STAFF WELFARE, INCLUDING TRAINING, AND TO PROVIDE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS GROUPS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF CORNWALL, DEVON, SOMERSET, DORSET, BRISTOL CITY,WILTSHIRE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, NORTH SOMERSET.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 28% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (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.
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 this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2013 — Great Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust Charitable Fund (organisation 1043628)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £391,389 | £335,182 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £285,137 | £330,638 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £309,659 | £295,964 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £763,423 | £490,047 | £490,047 | £873,924 | £43,500 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £376,810 | £233,618 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund
What does South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund do?
THE OVERALL OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE TO FUND STAFF WELFARE, INCLUDING TRAINING, AND TO PROVIDE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS GROUPS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF CORNWALL, DEVON, SOMERSET, DORSET, BRISTOL CITY,WILTSHIRE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, NORTH SOMERSET.
How much income did South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund report in 2025?
South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund reported total income of £391k and reported expenditure of £335k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund?
South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund has a program ratio of 64.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund registered as a charity?
South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 1995 as charity number 1049230. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund?
South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund operate?
South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund operates across 8 areas, including Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, Cornwall and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund a registered charity?
Yes — South Western Ambulance Service Foundation Trust Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1049230.
Details
Unit 1 Abbey Court
Eagle Way
Sowton Industrial Estate
EXETER
Devon
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Also Known As
- South Western Ambulance Service Trust Fund
- West Country Ambulance Services Trust Fund
- South Western Ambulance Service Charity
- South Western Ambulance Charity
- The Extra Mile
- W a S T Trust Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated