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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"

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
£39,277
Latest Expenditure
£43,414

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 110.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 110.5%
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
£39,277
£43,4140 / 0
2024
£41,138
£38,3720 / 0
2023
£52,918
£36,2800 / 0
2022
£33,608
£32,9370 / 0
2021
£36,103
£28,4740 / 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 2025?

The Armchair Trust CIO reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2025, 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 5 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

Address
UNIT 6B
CHECKETTS LANE TRADING ESTATE
CHECKETTS LANE
WORCESTER
WR3 7JW
Registration Date
22 December 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5073499
Charity Number
1164966

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Trustees

Melanie Kirk Chair
ALAN PURCHON
Also governs 1 other charity
Paul Victor Frank Edwards
SUE OSBORNE

Also Known As

  • The Armchair Project

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