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The Compass

Relief of poverty and isolation

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Activities & Mission

Relief of poverty and isolation

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
£39,459
Latest Expenditure
£35,854

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 90.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 90.9%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£39,459
£35,8540 / 8
2024
£22,221
£31,4510 / 8
2023
£47,793
£40,9470 / 8
2022
£38,589
£24,2580 / 8

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Frequently asked questions about The Compass

What does The Compass do?

Relief of poverty and isolation

How much income did The Compass report in 2025?

The Compass reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Compass registered as a charity?

The Compass was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 2021 as charity number 1195270. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Compass?

The Compass is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Deirdre Balshaw. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Compass operate?

The Compass operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Compass a registered charity?

Yes — The Compass is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195270.

Details

Address
26 Colneis Road
FELIXSTOWE
Suffolk
IP11 9HF
Registration Date
22 July 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5175509
Charity Number
1195270

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Trustees

Deirdre Balshaw Chair
CHRISTINE BILTON
Joy Baker
Mark Adams

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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