Vegetarian For Life

Also known as: V for Life, Vfl

Educational charity set up to improve the catering provision to and understanding of older vegetarians and vegans and their diets whether in care or in their own homes. Provides guidance in print, via website, emails and correspondence and also via training courses. Also administers grants from its Vegan Fund and Vegetarian Fund.

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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

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£110,676

Latest Expenditure

£404,519

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 365.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 365.5%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2021 — The Beulah Charity Trust (organisation 280228)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£110,676	£404,519	0 / 60
2023	£110,552	£416,002	0 / 96
2022	£103,942	£392,497	0 / 74
2021	£317,545	£340,269	0 / 67
2020	£90,975	£316,006	0 / 49

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Vegetarian For Life

What does Vegetarian For Life do?

How much income did Vegetarian For Life report in 2024?

Vegetarian For Life reported total income of £111k and reported expenditure of £405k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Vegetarian For Life registered as a charity?

Vegetarian For Life was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2007 as charity number 1120687. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs Vegetarian For Life?

Vegetarian For Life is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Vegetarian For Life operate?

Vegetarian For Life operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Vegetarian For Life a registered charity?

Yes — Vegetarian For Life is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120687.