Voluntary Action Camden
VAC is an independent charitable organisation run by an elected board of Trustees to promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the public, principally but not exclusively in the Greater London area and its environs, with specific reference to the London Borough of Camden.
Activities & Mission
VAC is an independent charitable organisation run by an elected board of Trustees to promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the public, principally but not exclusively in the Greater London area and its environs, with specific reference to the London Borough of Camden.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 44% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Charity and VCS support 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 | £389,025 | £352,490 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £527,670 | £443,593 | £443,593 | £1,070,139 | £35,550 | 14 / 25 |
| 2023 | £448,499 | £498,718 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2022 | £414,224 | £445,120 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £483,262 | £437,025 | 0 / 18 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Voluntary Action Camden
What does Voluntary Action Camden do?
VAC is an independent charitable organisation run by an elected board of Trustees to promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the public, principally but not exclusively in the Greater London area and its environs, with specific reference to the London Borough of Camden.
How much income did Voluntary Action Camden report in 2025?
Voluntary Action Camden reported total income of £389k and reported expenditure of £352k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Voluntary Action Camden?
Voluntary Action Camden has a program ratio of 84.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 44% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Voluntary Action Camden registered as a charity?
Voluntary Action Camden was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 April 1990 as charity number 802186. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs Voluntary Action Camden?
Voluntary Action Camden 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 Voluntary Action Camden operate?
Voluntary Action Camden operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Voluntary Action Camden a registered charity?
Yes — Voluntary Action Camden is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 802186.
Details
37 Greenwood Place
LONDON
NW5 1LB
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