Southampton Voluntary Services
Our Mission Statement states that "SVS aims to support a vibrant voluntary and community sector with a strong voice and the best of support. SVS actively promotes voluntary action and the provision of essential services to vulnerable communities."
Activities & Mission
Our Mission Statement states that "SVS aims to support a vibrant voluntary and community sector with a strong voice and the best of support. SVS actively promotes voluntary action and the provision of essential services to vulnerable communities."
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 43% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 | £824,882 | £689,685 | £689,685 | £1,846,604 | £1,402,488 | 19 / 66 |
| 2024 | £742,414 | £792,880 | £792,880 | £1,711,407 | £138,400 | 18 / 30 |
| 2023 | £885,516 | £884,936 | £884,936 | £1,761,873 | £90,574 | 18 / 17 |
| 2022 | £911,782 | £856,865 | £856,865 | £1,596,293 | £79,829 | 25 / 10 |
| 2021 | £944,084 | £845,927 | £826,927 | £1,393,376 | £82,644 | 25 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Southampton Voluntary Services
What does Southampton Voluntary Services do?
Our Mission Statement states that "SVS aims to support a vibrant voluntary and community sector with a strong voice and the best of support. SVS actively promotes voluntary action and the provision of essential services to vulnerable communities."
How much income did Southampton Voluntary Services report in 2025?
Southampton Voluntary Services reported total income of £825k and reported expenditure of £690k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Southampton Voluntary Services?
Southampton Voluntary Services has a program ratio of 83.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 43% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Southampton Voluntary Services registered as a charity?
Southampton Voluntary Services was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 February 1998 as charity number 1068350. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Southampton Voluntary Services?
Southampton Voluntary Services is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephanie Ramsey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southampton Voluntary Services operate?
Southampton Voluntary Services operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and Southampton City.
Is Southampton Voluntary Services a registered charity?
Yes — Southampton Voluntary Services is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068350.
Details
Kingsland Square
St. Mary Street
SOUTHAMPTON
SO14 1NW
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