The Dorothy Parkes Centre
An award-winning community centre based in Smethwick, West Midlands, providing an inclusive place of welcome & opportunity, bringing people & organisations together in a spirit of friendship & equality, enabling our local community to thrive. Addressing local issues including poor physical, mental health, obesity, & social isolation by providing/hosting a range a groups, activities, and services.
Activities & Mission
An award-winning community centre based in Smethwick, West Midlands, providing an inclusive place of welcome & opportunity, bringing people & organisations together in a spirit of friendship & equality, enabling our local community to thrive. Addressing local issues including poor physical, mental health, obesity, & social isolation by providing/hosting a range a groups, activities, and services.
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
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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 | £299,264 | £377,844 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £357,548 | £315,176 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2023 | £261,952 | £282,723 | 0 / 31 | |||
| 2022 | £315,134 | £268,862 | 0 / 38 | |||
| 2021 | £198,428 | £128,999 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Dorothy Parkes Centre
What does The Dorothy Parkes Centre do?
An award-winning community centre based in Smethwick, West Midlands, providing an inclusive place of welcome & opportunity, bringing people & organisations together in a spirit of friendship & equality, enabling our local community to thrive. Addressing local issues including poor physical, mental health, obesity, & social isolation by providing/hosting a range a groups, activities, and services.
How much income did The Dorothy Parkes Centre report in 2025?
The Dorothy Parkes Centre reported total income of £299k and reported expenditure of £378k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Dorothy Parkes Centre registered as a charity?
The Dorothy Parkes Centre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 2002 as charity number 1093189. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Dorothy Parkes Centre?
The Dorothy Parkes Centre is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Dorothy Parkes Centre operate?
The Dorothy Parkes Centre operates in Sandwell, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Dorothy Parkes Centre a registered charity?
Yes — The Dorothy Parkes Centre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1093189.
Details
Church Road
Smethwick
B67 6EH
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