The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme
THE MAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE: TO RELIEVE THE POVERTY OF RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES AND TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONGST ELDERLY RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES.
Activities & Mission
THE MAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE: TO RELIEVE THE POVERTY OF RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES AND TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONGST ELDERLY RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES.
Grants
The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Grants paid (2026)
- £5,518,434
- Who it helps
- elderly people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty and other charitable purposes
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £4,022,985 | £5,974,501 | £5,526,863 | £118,188,681 | £2,868,738 | 0 / 0 |
| 2025 | £3,422,232 | £5,635,867 | £5,175,296 | £122,966,123 | £1,932,660 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,653,650 | £5,156,358 | £4,723,007 | £126,561,012 | £1,946,295 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,216,358 | £5,183,819 | £4,731,593 | £122,861,449 | £1,949,003 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,637,581 | £4,461,887 | £3,973,238 | £132,849,280 | £1,916,464 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme
What does The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme do?
THE MAIN ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY ARE: TO RELIEVE THE POVERTY OF RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES AND TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AMONGST ELDERLY RETIRED OFFICERS OF THE SALVATION ARMY ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD BY FUNDING PROVISION OF RETIREMENT ALLOWANCES.
How much income did The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme report in 2026?
The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme reported total income of £4.02m and reported expenditure of £5.97m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme registered as a charity?
The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 2013 as charity number 1153681. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme?
The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme operate?
The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme operates across 129 areas, including Angola, Antigua And Barbuda, Argentina and 126 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme a registered charity?
Yes — The Salvation Army Retired Officers Allowance Scheme is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153681.
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- 9 November 2026
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