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Southampton Society For The Blind

Also known as: Southampton Sight

Southampton Sight supports people with sight loss or at risk of sight loss to remainindependent. We do this by delivering services that support people to have greater independence, experience reduced isolation, achieve their own individual goals and to have greater access to sight loss resources.

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Activities & Mission

Southampton Sight supports people with sight loss or at risk of sight loss to remainindependent. We do this by delivering services that support people to have greater independence, experience reduced isolation, achieve their own individual goals and to have greater access to sight loss resources.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£205,384
Latest Expenditure
£274,516

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 133.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 133.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£205,384
£274,5160 / 39
2024
£225,674
£239,2930 / 38
2023
£163,791
£236,1140 / 39

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Southampton Society For The Blind

What does Southampton Society For The Blind do?

Southampton Sight supports people with sight loss or at risk of sight loss to remainindependent. We do this by delivering services that support people to have greater independence, experience reduced isolation, achieve their own individual goals and to have greater access to sight loss resources.

How much income did Southampton Society For The Blind report in 2025?

Southampton Society For The Blind reported total income of £205k and reported expenditure of £275k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Southampton Society For The Blind registered as a charity?

Southampton Society For The Blind was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 December 2021 as charity number 1196972. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Southampton Society For The Blind?

Southampton Society For The Blind is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Lieke Dorine Van Putten. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Southampton Society For The Blind operate?

Southampton Society For The Blind operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Southampton City.

Is Southampton Society For The Blind a registered charity?

Yes — Southampton Society For The Blind is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196972.

Details

Address
SOUTHAMPTON SIGHT
3A BASSETT AVENUE
SOUTHAMPTON
SO16 7DP
Registration Date
7 December 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5191611
Charity Number
1196972

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Trustees

Dr Lieke Dorine Van Putten Chair
Abigail Victoria Dowling
David Marson
Dr Stephen Mark Boswell
Hannah Chivers
THOMAS KENNETH MCINULTY

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Southampton Sight

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
14 May 2026
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