The Spectacle Makers' Charity
The Charity 's main activity is grant-giving, principally for the relief of those in need by reason of vision impairment and/or sight loss and the advancement of study, knowledge and education in the field of optics for the public benefit, including the promotion of research in the field of optics and the publication of the useful results.
Activities & Mission
The Charity 's main activity is grant-giving, principally for the relief of those in need by reason of vision impairment and/or sight loss and the advancement of study, knowledge and education in the field of optics for the public benefit, including the promotion of research in the field of optics and the publication of the useful results.
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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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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 | £97,196 | £106,902 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £95,084 | £94,032 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £152,002 | £125,165 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £169,904 | £111,844 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £175,670 | £123,248 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Spectacle Makers' Charity
What does The Spectacle Makers' Charity do?
The Charity 's main activity is grant-giving, principally for the relief of those in need by reason of vision impairment and/or sight loss and the advancement of study, knowledge and education in the field of optics for the public benefit, including the promotion of research in the field of optics and the publication of the useful results.
How much income did The Spectacle Makers' Charity report in 2025?
The Spectacle Makers' Charity reported total income of £97k and reported expenditure of £107k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Spectacle Makers' Charity registered as a charity?
The Spectacle Makers' Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 November 2019 as charity number 1186122. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Spectacle Makers' Charity?
The Spectacle Makers' Charity is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is David John Parkins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Spectacle Makers' Charity operate?
The Spectacle Makers' Charity operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Spectacle Makers' Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Spectacle Makers' Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186122.
Details
Apothecaries Hall
Black Friars Lane
LONDON
EC4V 6EL
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