The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists
Also known as: Ben Fund of Boaf, Benevolent Fund of the British College of Optometrists, The Benevolent Fund of the British Optical Association Foundation, The Benevolent Fund of the College of Optometrists & the Associaiton of Optometrists, The Benevolent Fund of the College of Optometrists and Association of Optometrists
Financial and other support to current and retired members of the optical profession and their dependents
Activities & Mission
Financial and other support to current and retired members of the optical profession and their dependents
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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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 | £107,802 | £52,599 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £128,393 | £60,078 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £176,203 | £44,575 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £149,582 | £43,135 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £362,546 | £33,565 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists
What does The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists do?
Financial and other support to current and retired members of the optical profession and their dependents
How much income did The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists report in 2025?
The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists registered as a charity?
The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 1991 as charity number 1003699. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists?
The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Vivian Bush. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists operate?
The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists a registered charity?
Yes — The Benevolent Fund Of The College Of Optometrists & The Association Of Optometrists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003699.
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Also Known As
- Ben Fund of Boaf
- Benevolent Fund of the British College of Optometrists
- The Benevolent Fund of the British Optical Association Foundation
- The Benevolent Fund of the College of Optometrists & the Associaiton of Optometrists
- The Benevolent Fund of the College of Optometrists and Association of Optometrists
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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