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Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland

Also known as: Sunderland Centre for Voluntary Service, The Sunderland Council for Voluntary Service, S C V S

To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the wider community in the City ofSunderland,and in particular the advancement of education,the furtherance of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness.

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Activities & Mission

To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the wider community in the City ofSunderland,and in particular the advancement of education,the furtherance of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness.

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

Latest Income
£49,250
Latest Expenditure
£80,213

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 162.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 162.9%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£49,250
£80,2130 / 3
2024
£55,212
£84,6790 / 4
2023
£23,786
£76,9010 / 2
2022
£19,920
£44,9530 / 2
2021
£64,542
£54,2610 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland

What does Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland do?

To promote any charitable purposes for the benefit of the wider community in the City ofSunderland,and in particular the advancement of education,the furtherance of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness.

How much income did Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland report in 2025?

Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland reported total income of £49k and reported expenditure of £80k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland registered as a charity?

Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 May 1990 as charity number 702930. It has been registered for 36 years.

Who runs Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland?

Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland operate?

Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland a registered charity?

Yes — Voluntary And Community Action Sunderland is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 702930.

Details

Address
Voluntary and Community Action Sunderland
15 Norfolk Street
SUNDERLAND
SR1 1EA
Registration Date
31 May 1990
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
702930
Charity Number
702930

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Trustees

Alan Cummings
Also governs 1 other charity
Amanda Lowery
Katherine Lowe
KUMARESWARADAS RAMANATHAS
Paul Brigham
Also governs 1 other charity
Rachidy Bikaya
Stephen Armstrong

Also Known As

  • Sunderland Centre for Voluntary Service
  • The Sunderland Council for Voluntary Service
  • S C V S

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