Wai Yin Society
Also known as: The Wai Yin Chinese Women Society, Wai Yin Chinese Women Society
In essence we provide welfare and education services to the Chinese and other ethnic minority communities. We run projects such as elderly luncheon club and elderly carers for people over 60, women and family, youth, mental health to get people people back to the society, and adult education. We operate in the Greater Manchester area
Activities & Mission
In essence we provide welfare and education services to the Chinese and other ethnic minority communities. We run projects such as elderly luncheon club and elderly carers for people over 60, women and family, youth, mental health to get people people back to the society, and adult education. We operate in the Greater Manchester area
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 94% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 57% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £516,011 | £671,465 | £663,460 | £886,622 | £430,927 | 16 / 55 |
| 2024 | £701,615 | £700,336 | £698,330 | £1,042,076 | £573,378 | 19 / 50 |
| 2023 | £887,995 | £822,376 | £820,325 | £1,040,797 | £561,579 | 20 / 55 |
| 2022 | £773,456 | £747,032 | £745,546 | £973,928 | £482,276 | 23 / 45 |
| 2021 | £765,717 | £651,828 | £650,030 | £920,004 | £415,853 | 23 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wai Yin Society
What does Wai Yin Society do?
In essence we provide welfare and education services to the Chinese and other ethnic minority communities. We run projects such as elderly luncheon club and elderly carers for people over 60, women and family, youth, mental health to get people people back to the society, and adult education. We operate in the Greater Manchester area
How much income did Wai Yin Society report in 2025?
Wai Yin Society reported total income of £516k and reported expenditure of £671k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wai Yin Society?
Wai Yin Society has a program ratio of 128.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wai Yin Society registered as a charity?
Wai Yin Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 1999 as charity number 1073437. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Wai Yin Society?
Wai Yin Society is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JUANITA YAU. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wai Yin Society operate?
Wai Yin Society operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Wai Yin Society a registered charity?
Yes — Wai Yin Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1073437.
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- 14 May 2026
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