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Visually Impaired Sailing Association

Also known as: Visa

The Visually Impaired sailing Association is run by blind and partially sighted sailing enthusiasts to help others to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Our aim is to empower, motivate and encourage both blind and visually impaired people to join a team sailing yachts, chance to enjoy getting stuck in and be involved in something that is great fun and has significant benefits for wellbeing.

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Activities & Mission

The Visually Impaired sailing Association is run by blind and partially sighted sailing enthusiasts to help others to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Our aim is to empower, motivate and encourage both blind and visually impaired people to join a team sailing yachts, chance to enjoy getting stuck in and be involved in something that is great fun and has significant benefits for wellbeing.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£26,051
Latest Expenditure
£23,930

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.9%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£26,051
£23,9300 / 50
2024
£34,413
£22,4790 / 75
2023
£24,995
£19,9720 / 40
2022
£19,886
£23,1350 / 70
2021
£10,731
£6,7740 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Visually Impaired Sailing Association

What does Visually Impaired Sailing Association do?

The Visually Impaired sailing Association is run by blind and partially sighted sailing enthusiasts to help others to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Our aim is to empower, motivate and encourage both blind and visually impaired people to join a team sailing yachts, chance to enjoy getting stuck in and be involved in something that is great fun and has significant benefits for wellbeing.

How much income did Visually Impaired Sailing Association report in 2025?

Visually Impaired Sailing Association reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £24k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Visually Impaired Sailing Association registered as a charity?

Visually Impaired Sailing Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2018 as charity number 1178077. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Visually Impaired Sailing Association?

Visually Impaired Sailing Association is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anilkumar Kanani. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Visually Impaired Sailing Association operate?

Visually Impaired Sailing Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Visually Impaired Sailing Association a registered charity?

Yes — Visually Impaired Sailing Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178077.

Details

Address
Pocklington Hub
First Floor
3 Queen Square
London
Registration Date
24 April 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5120897
Charity Number
1178077

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Trustees

Anilkumar Kanani Chair
Adrian Higginbotham
Alan Mckee
Deirdre Jane Jones
Also governs 1 other charity
Simon David Maycock

Also Known As

  • Visa

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