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The Sofa Project

Also known as: Revamp, Sofa, Sofa Project

SOFA PROJECT IS A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WITH THE CHARITABLE AIMS OF SUPPORTING THE REHABILITATION OF PRISONERS THROUGH WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ORGANISATION. THESE ACTIVITIES MAINLY COMPRISE THE RE-USE OF UNWANTED/DONATED FURNITURE AND DOMESTIC APPLIANCES BY REFURBISHING THEM AND SUPPLYING THEM AT LOW PRICES TO PEOPLE ON LOW INCOMES.

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Activities & Mission

SOFA PROJECT IS A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WITH THE CHARITABLE AIMS OF SUPPORTING THE REHABILITATION OF PRISONERS THROUGH WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ORGANISATION. THESE ACTIVITIES MAINLY COMPRISE THE RE-USE OF UNWANTED/DONATED FURNITURE AND DOMESTIC APPLIANCES BY REFURBISHING THEM AND SUPPLYING THEM AT LOW PRICES TO PEOPLE ON LOW INCOMES.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£676,035
Latest Expenditure
£685,940

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 99.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 2.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £135,959
Charitable Activities £491,691
Other Trading £0
Investments £48,385
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £672,926
Raising Funds £13,014
Governance £830
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£676,035
£685,940£672,926-£2,806£020 / 6
2024
£642,411
£658,077£645,516£7,099£7,09921 / 6
2023
£593,734
£662,625£651,302£22,765£22,76521 / 1
2022
£584,742
£570,502£559,796£91,656£91,65621 / 5
2021
£698,763
£638,400£628,640£77,416£77,41621 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sofa Project

What does The Sofa Project do?

SOFA PROJECT IS A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WITH THE CHARITABLE AIMS OF SUPPORTING THE REHABILITATION OF PRISONERS THROUGH WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ORGANISATION. THESE ACTIVITIES MAINLY COMPRISE THE RE-USE OF UNWANTED/DONATED FURNITURE AND DOMESTIC APPLIANCES BY REFURBISHING THEM AND SUPPLYING THEM AT LOW PRICES TO PEOPLE ON LOW INCOMES.

How much income did The Sofa Project report in 2025?

The Sofa Project reported total income of £676k and reported expenditure of £686k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Sofa Project registered as a charity?

The Sofa Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 1983 as charity number 287088. It has been registered for 43 years.

Who runs The Sofa Project?

The Sofa Project is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sofa Project operate?

The Sofa Project operates across 4 areas: Bath And North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Is The Sofa Project a registered charity?

Yes — The Sofa Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 287088.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
8 June 1983
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
287088
Charity Number
287088

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Trustees

Chris Williamson
Colin Smart
Keith Hicks
Lucy Woods
Moira Booth
Mr C Neild
Peter Templeton
Shelley Sturdy

Also Known As

  • Revamp
  • Sofa
  • Sofa Project

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