Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance
The SVSA has been developed to support the sustainability and growth of the VCSE sector organisations with charitable purpose in Sunderland. It also has a role in attracting additional funding and investment into the city for the sector. It is a conduit between VCSE sector organisations, local commissioners and national funding organisations to strengthen relationships for public benefit.
Activities & Mission
The SVSA has been developed to support the sustainability and growth of the VCSE sector organisations with charitable purpose in Sunderland. It also has a role in attracting additional funding and investment into the city for the sector. It is a conduit between VCSE sector organisations, local commissioners and national funding organisations to strengthen relationships for public benefit.
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 18% 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 72% 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 | £371,947 | £447,842 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £617,653 | £279,579 | £279,579 | £408,143 | £168,143 | 10 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance
What does Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance do?
The SVSA has been developed to support the sustainability and growth of the VCSE sector organisations with charitable purpose in Sunderland. It also has a role in attracting additional funding and investment into the city for the sector. It is a conduit between VCSE sector organisations, local commissioners and national funding organisations to strengthen relationships for public benefit.
How much income did Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance report in 2025?
Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance reported total income of £372k and reported expenditure of £448k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance?
Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance has a program ratio of 45.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% 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 Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance registered as a charity?
Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2023 as charity number 1202811. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance?
Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Jane Reid. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance operate?
Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance a registered charity?
Yes — Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202811.
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SUNDERLAND
SR2 8PD
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