The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated
Also known as: Cardiff, Vale and Valleys Institute of the Blind, Sight Life
The Institute primarily exists to enable visually impaired people within the counties of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan, Rhondda Taff, Merthyr, Swansea and Neath and Port Talbot to live a full and independent life. It seek to influence policies and practices of others and, in accordance with the resources it has available, complement the services provided by these organisations.
Activities & Mission
The Institute primarily exists to enable visually impaired people within the counties of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan, Rhondda Taff, Merthyr, Swansea and Neath and Port Talbot to live a full and independent life. It seek to influence policies and practices of others and, in accordance with the resources it has available, complement the services provided by these organisations.
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 72% 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 55% 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 | £622,103 | £635,709 | £619,440 | £1,502,528 | £291,475 | 14 / 133 |
| 2024 | £560,723 | £567,517 | £551,333 | £1,516,134 | £295,167 | 13 / 103 |
| 2023 | £475,195 | £537,557 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £434,881 | £400,490 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2021 | £420,791 | £375,643 | 0 / 80 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated
What does The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated do?
The Institute primarily exists to enable visually impaired people within the counties of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan, Rhondda Taff, Merthyr, Swansea and Neath and Port Talbot to live a full and independent life. It seek to influence policies and practices of others and, in accordance with the resources it has available, complement the services provided by these organisations.
How much income did The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated report in 2025?
The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated reported total income of £622k and reported expenditure of £636k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated?
The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated has a program ratio of 99.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated registered as a charity?
The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1963 as charity number 214131. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated?
The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated operate?
The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated operates across 7 areas, including Bridgend, Cardiff, City Of Swansea and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated a registered charity?
Yes — The Cardiff Institute For The Blind, Incorporated is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 214131.
Details
Jones Court
Womanby Street
CARDIFF
CF10 1BR
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Also Known As
- Cardiff, Vale and Valleys Institute of the Blind
- Sight Life
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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