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The Birmingham Community Association

Birmingham Community Association (BCA) has been providing specialised tailored welfare activities, particularly for African/Caribbean communities although not exclusive in Small Heath and surrounding area's. Since 1977 the BCA also offers & social activities, including befriending for the local community and provides a social framework of support for new communities arriving in Birmingham.

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Activities & Mission

Birmingham Community Association (BCA) has been providing specialised tailored welfare activities, particularly for African/Caribbean communities although not exclusive in Small Heath and surrounding area's. Since 1977 the BCA also offers & social activities, including befriending for the local community and provides a social framework of support for new communities arriving in Birmingham.

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
£22,149
Latest Expenditure
£15,910

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 71.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 71.8%
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 2021.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2021
£22,149
£15,9100 / 10
2020
£16,582
£14,7780 / 10
2019
£23,561
£26,7320 / 12
2018
£25,518
£25,7830 / 6
2017
£25,531
£26,2070 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Birmingham Community Association

What does The Birmingham Community Association do?

Birmingham Community Association (BCA) has been providing specialised tailored welfare activities, particularly for African/Caribbean communities although not exclusive in Small Heath and surrounding area's. Since 1977 the BCA also offers & social activities, including befriending for the local community and provides a social framework of support for new communities arriving in Birmingham.

How much income did The Birmingham Community Association report in 2021?

The Birmingham Community Association reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Birmingham Community Association registered as a charity?

The Birmingham Community Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 June 1973 as charity number 501899. It has been registered for 53 years.

Who runs The Birmingham Community Association?

The Birmingham Community Association is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALESTER BURKE MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Birmingham Community Association operate?

The Birmingham Community Association operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Birmingham Community Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Birmingham Community Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 501899.

Details

Address
THE INSTITUTE
JENKINS STREET
SMALL HEATH
BIRMINGHAM
B10 0PQ
Registration Date
20 June 1973
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
501899
Charity Number
501899

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Trustees

ALESTER BURKE MBE Chair
CARLISLE ROBINSON
JANET BRAITHWAITE

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30 July 2026
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