The Voluntary Network
a) to provide, maintain and develop Community Transport services, supporting those who are facing transport povertyb) to provide, maintain and develop a Befriending Servicec) to support the development and establishment of any further projects for which need is identified.
Activities & Mission
a) to provide, maintain and develop Community Transport services, supporting those who are facing transport povertyb) to provide, maintain and develop a Befriending Servicec) to support the development and establishment of any further projects for which need is identified.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 62% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 55% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £702,730 | £664,703 | £661,234 | £182,115 | £0 | 27 / 140 |
| 2024 | £762,427 | £778,870 | £778,870 | £144,088 | £0 | 27 / 270 |
| 2023 | £595,692 | £831,569 | £831,569 | £160,531 | £0 | 27 / 295 |
| 2022 | £801,893 | £765,735 | £764,257 | £396,408 | £396,408 | 20 / 268 |
| 2021 | £605,116 | £615,971 | £612,784 | £360,250 | £0 | 29 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Voluntary Network
What does The Voluntary Network do?
a) to provide, maintain and develop Community Transport services, supporting those who are facing transport povertyb) to provide, maintain and develop a Befriending Servicec) to support the development and establishment of any further projects for which need is identified.
How much income did The Voluntary Network report in 2025?
The Voluntary Network reported total income of £703k and reported expenditure of £665k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Voluntary Network?
The Voluntary Network has a program ratio of 95.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 62% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Voluntary Network registered as a charity?
The Voluntary Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 2000 as charity number 1082478. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Voluntary Network?
The Voluntary Network 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 Voluntary Network operate?
The Voluntary Network operates across 4 areas: Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is The Voluntary Network a registered charity?
Yes — The Voluntary Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1082478.
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