The Brigstowe Project
Also known as: Brigstowe, Brigstowe Project
The Brigstowe Project offers free confidential and independent advice and support for people affected by HIV and other long term health conditions.
Activities & Mission
The Brigstowe Project offers free confidential and independent advice and support for people affected by HIV and other long term health conditions.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 55% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £498,009 | £666,523 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2024 | £829,253 | £680,444 | £662,227 | £702,954 | £0 | 16 / 11 |
| 2023 | £775,856 | £676,108 | £654,024 | £554,145 | £179,254 | 27 / 53 |
| 2022 | £649,336 | £539,379 | £520,463 | £454,397 | £454,397 | 14 / 51 |
| 2021 | £398,361 | £403,357 | 0 / 40 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Brigstowe Project
What does The Brigstowe Project do?
The Brigstowe Project offers free confidential and independent advice and support for people affected by HIV and other long term health conditions.
How much income did The Brigstowe Project report in 2025?
The Brigstowe Project reported total income of £498k and reported expenditure of £667k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Brigstowe Project?
The Brigstowe Project has a program ratio of 79.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Brigstowe Project registered as a charity?
The Brigstowe Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 October 1995 as charity number 1049945. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs The Brigstowe Project?
The Brigstowe Project is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thomas Sharkey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Brigstowe Project operate?
The Brigstowe Project operates across 4 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Is The Brigstowe Project a registered charity?
Yes — The Brigstowe Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1049945.
Details
Old Coop Business Centre
Ground Floor
40-42 Chelsea Road
BRISTOL
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Brigstowe
- Brigstowe Project
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated