Village Service Trust

Village Service Trust makes grants to partners in south India that:- support community-based organisations of women and of marginalised communities, with the aim of enhancing their livelihoods and status - work with people affected by HIV and Aids

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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

India

Financial Information

Latest Income

£84,946

Latest Expenditure

£77,147

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 90.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 90.8%

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 2025.

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 2024 — Tamwed (organisation 4019261)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£84,946	£77,147	0 / 1
2024	£119,194	£49,780	0 / 0
2023	£227,732	£79,802	0 / 0
2022	£39,685	£45,135	0 / 1
2021	£45,787	£64,419	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Village Service Trust

What does Village Service Trust do?

How much income did Village Service Trust report in 2025?

Village Service Trust reported total income of £85k and reported expenditure of £77k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Village Service Trust registered as a charity?

Village Service Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 September 1979 as charity number 277111. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs Village Service Trust?

Village Service Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Maya Sophie Walker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Village Service Trust operate?

Village Service Trust operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Village Service Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Village Service Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277111.