Southampton City Mission (cio)
Also known as: Scm(cio)
SCM exists to serve and to share with the churches of Southampton in their task of bringing the love of Jesus to the city. SCM provides food and clothing on an emergency basis using Food and Clothing Banks at local churches across the city. SCM works alongside schools in educating children in the teachings of Christ.
Activities & Mission
SCM exists to serve and to share with the churches of Southampton in their task of bringing the love of Jesus to the city. SCM provides food and clothing on an emergency basis using Food and Clothing Banks at local churches across the city. SCM works alongside schools in educating children in the teachings of Christ.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £749,606 | £770,916 | £751,356 | £541,111 | £307,935 | 9 / 200 |
| 2024 | £751,248 | £791,298 | £778,227 | £562,421 | £307,558 | 9 / 250 |
| 2023 | £886,491 | £731,839 | £723,103 | £597,471 | £277,690 | 7 / 180 |
| 2022 | £522,585 | £559,983 | £555,796 | £447,819 | £223,628 | 8 / 160 |
| 2021 | £749,046 | £519,896 | £515,877 | £485,217 | £248,076 | 6 / 130 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Southampton City Mission (cio)
What does Southampton City Mission (cio) do?
SCM exists to serve and to share with the churches of Southampton in their task of bringing the love of Jesus to the city. SCM provides food and clothing on an emergency basis using Food and Clothing Banks at local churches across the city. SCM works alongside schools in educating children in the teachings of Christ.
How much income did Southampton City Mission (cio) report in 2025?
Southampton City Mission (cio) reported total income of £750k and reported expenditure of £771k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Southampton City Mission (cio)?
Southampton City Mission (cio) has a program ratio of 100.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Southampton City Mission (cio) registered as a charity?
Southampton City Mission (cio) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 June 2015 as charity number 1162099. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Southampton City Mission (cio)?
Southampton City Mission (cio) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Duff. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southampton City Mission (cio) operate?
Southampton City Mission (cio) operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Southampton City.
Is Southampton City Mission (cio) a registered charity?
Yes — Southampton City Mission (cio) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162099.
Details
Unit 5
Second Avenue
SOUTHAMPTON
SO15 0LP
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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