The Helpful Bureau
Also known as: Stapleford Volunteer Bureau, Stapleford Bureau
To help people live independently at home by providing a range of practical services, advice, information, signposting and social activities.
Activities & Mission
To help people live independently at home by providing a range of practical services, advice, information, signposting and social activities.
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
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 | £301,670 | £316,213 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2024 | £272,847 | £272,011 | 0 / 62 | |||
| 2023 | £197,886 | £215,791 | 0 / 56 | |||
| 2022 | £148,249 | £168,881 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £219,867 | £151,191 | 0 / 56 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Helpful Bureau
What does The Helpful Bureau do?
To help people live independently at home by providing a range of practical services, advice, information, signposting and social activities.
How much income did The Helpful Bureau report in 2025?
The Helpful Bureau reported total income of £302k and reported expenditure of £316k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Helpful Bureau registered as a charity?
The Helpful Bureau was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2001 as charity number 1085498. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs The Helpful Bureau?
The Helpful Bureau is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Helpful Bureau operate?
The Helpful Bureau operates across 2 areas: Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Is The Helpful Bureau a registered charity?
Yes — The Helpful Bureau is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1085498.
Details
145-147 Derby Road
Stapleford
NOTTINGHAM
NG9 7AS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Stapleford Volunteer Bureau
- Stapleford Bureau
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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