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The Armchair Trust CIO

Also known as: The Armchair Project

To relieve generally, and individually, persons resident in Worcester City, who are in conditions of financial need, and hardship, by the provision of furniture and other household accessories, donated by the public, or acquired otherwise, which are calculated to reduce the need and hardship. See the website "armchair worcester.org.uk"

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Activities & Mission

To relieve generally, and individually, persons resident in Worcester City, who are in conditions of financial need, and hardship, by the provision of furniture and other household accessories, donated by the public, or acquired otherwise, which are calculated to reduce the need and hardship. See the website "armchair worcester.org.uk"

Grants

The Armchair Trust CIO makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2026)
£47,100
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
the prevention or relief of poverty

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£47,218
Latest Expenditure
£47,100

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 99.8%
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£47,218
£47,1000 / 0
2025
£39,277
£43,4140 / 0
2024
£41,138
£38,3720 / 0
2023
£52,918
£36,2800 / 0
2022
£33,608
£32,9370 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Armchair Trust CIO

What does The Armchair Trust CIO do?

To relieve generally, and individually, persons resident in Worcester City, who are in conditions of financial need, and hardship, by the provision of furniture and other household accessories, donated by the public, or acquired otherwise, which are calculated to reduce the need and hardship. See the website "armchair worcester.org.uk"

How much income did The Armchair Trust CIO report in 2026?

The Armchair Trust CIO reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Armchair Trust CIO registered as a charity?

The Armchair Trust CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 2015 as charity number 1164966. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Armchair Trust CIO?

The Armchair Trust CIO is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melanie Kirk. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Armchair Trust CIO operate?

The Armchair Trust CIO operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Armchair Trust CIO a registered charity?

Yes — The Armchair Trust CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164966.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 December 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5073499
Charity Number
1164966

Trustees

Melanie Kirk Chair
ALAN PURCHON
Also governs 1 other charity
Kirsteen Helena Borthwick
Morwenna Rose Wallis Barnes
Paul Victor Frank Edwards
SUE OSBORNE

Also Known As

  • The Armchair Project

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Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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