The Torch Trust For The Blind

Also known as: Torch Family, Torch Fellowship, Torch Trust,torch

The Torch Trust for the Blind is an established Christian mission that aims to overcome sight loss as a barrier to finding a personal faith in Christ and living a fulfilled Christian life. It provides Christian literature (in braille, giant print and audio media), fellowship and personal support to visually impaired people in the UK and around the world.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Financial Information

Latest Income

£986,576

Latest Expenditure

£906,754

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 91.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 99.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 1.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £814,436

Charitable Activities £70,050

Other Trading £56,019

Investments £46,071

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £898,084

Raising Funds £8,670

Governance £6,556

Grants to Institutions £25,507

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£986,576	£906,754	£898,084	£2,624,942	£392,500	23 / 70
2024	£964,220	£821,248	£811,327	£2,608,540	£405,000	19 / 60
2023	£832,518	£756,566	£748,944	£2,348,350	£380,000	19 / 60
2022	£698,924	£692,002	£676,062	£2,259,394	£173,000	20 / 260
2021	£644,346	£671,156	£645,085	£2,323,691	£167,789	19 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Torch Trust For The Blind

What does The Torch Trust For The Blind do?

How much income did The Torch Trust For The Blind report in 2025?

The Torch Trust For The Blind reported total income of £987k and reported expenditure of £907k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Torch Trust For The Blind registered as a charity?

The Torch Trust For The Blind was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2003 as charity number 1095904. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Torch Trust For The Blind?

The Torch Trust For The Blind is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANTHONY BROWN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Torch Trust For The Blind operate?

The Torch Trust For The Blind operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is The Torch Trust For The Blind a registered charity?

Yes — The Torch Trust For The Blind is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1095904.