Travel Hands
Travel Hands charity relieves the needs of Visually Impaired People (VIP) by facilitating safe, convenient, and inexpensive outdoor travel so they can attend formal appointments, recreational activities and community events.Travel Hands eases the outdoor commute of VIP by pairing them with sighted & verified volunteers to walk together to similar destinations.
Activities & Mission
Travel Hands charity relieves the needs of Visually Impaired People (VIP) by facilitating safe, convenient, and inexpensive outdoor travel so they can attend formal appointments, recreational activities and community events.Travel Hands eases the outdoor commute of VIP by pairing them with sighted & verified volunteers to walk together to similar destinations.
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £126,069 | £87,213 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £15,847 | £16,912 | 0 / 60 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Travel Hands
What does Travel Hands do?
Travel Hands charity relieves the needs of Visually Impaired People (VIP) by facilitating safe, convenient, and inexpensive outdoor travel so they can attend formal appointments, recreational activities and community events.Travel Hands eases the outdoor commute of VIP by pairing them with sighted & verified volunteers to walk together to similar destinations.
How much income did Travel Hands report in 2024?
Travel Hands reported total income of £126k and reported expenditure of £87k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Travel Hands registered as a charity?
Travel Hands was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2023 as charity number 1201509. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Travel Hands?
Travel Hands is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ishan Jha. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Travel Hands operate?
Travel Hands operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Travel Hands a registered charity?
Yes — Travel Hands is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201509.
Details
Goldcrest House
32-64 Lee High Road
LONDON
SE13 5FH
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