The Association For Real Change
Also known as: A R C, Association for Real Change
As a UK membership umbrella organisation, ARC UK provides information, training and support, networking opportunities and promotes best practice in service provision for people with a learning disability; as a campaigning organisation it seeks to influence policy and practice at local and national level.
Activities & Mission
As a UK membership umbrella organisation, ARC UK provides information, training and support, networking opportunities and promotes best practice in service provision for people with a learning disability; as a campaigning organisation it seeks to influence policy and practice at local and national level.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £1,689,563 | £1,691,482 | £1,691,482 | £456,116 | £390,020 | 28 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,754,774 | £1,715,756 | £1,715,756 | £458,035 | £402,106 | 23 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,260,133 | £2,373,021 | £2,373,021 | £419,017 | £401,730 | 23 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,903,638 | £2,006,345 | £2,006,345 | £531,905 | £526,127 | 24 / 5 |
| 2021 | £2,116,205 | £1,980,713 | £1,980,713 | £634,612 | £495,324 | 31 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Association For Real Change
What does The Association For Real Change do?
As a UK membership umbrella organisation, ARC UK provides information, training and support, networking opportunities and promotes best practice in service provision for people with a learning disability; as a campaigning organisation it seeks to influence policy and practice at local and national level.
How much income did The Association For Real Change report in 2025?
The Association For Real Change reported total income of £1.69m and reported expenditure of £1.69m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Association For Real Change?
The Association For Real Change has a program ratio of 100.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Association For Real Change registered as a charity?
The Association For Real Change was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 November 1982 as charity number 285575. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs The Association For Real Change?
The Association For Real Change is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Association For Real Change operate?
The Association For Real Change operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Association For Real Change a registered charity?
Yes — The Association For Real Change is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 285575.
Details
10A MARSDEN STREET
CHESTERFIELD
S40 1JY
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Also Known As
- A R C
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated