Wessex Community Action
Also known as: Salisbury and District Council for Voluntary Service
Wessex Community Action is established to "...promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community in the administrative area covered by Wiltshire Council & the Borough of Swindon & its neighbourhood Bristol & counties of Gloucestershire, Somerset & Dorset..., in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health & the relief of poverty, distress & sickness."
Activities & Mission
Wessex Community Action is established to "...promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community in the administrative area covered by Wiltshire Council & the Borough of Swindon & its neighbourhood Bristol & counties of Gloucestershire, Somerset & Dorset..., in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health & the relief of poverty, distress & 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.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £427,112 | £432,031 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £413,428 | £406,930 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £472,849 | £512,801 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £344,691 | £318,456 | 0 / 175 | |||
| 2020 | £281,926 | £273,591 | 0 / 9 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wessex Community Action
What does Wessex Community Action do?
Wessex Community Action is established to "...promote any charitable purpose for the benefit of the community in the administrative area covered by Wiltshire Council & the Borough of Swindon & its neighbourhood Bristol & counties of Gloucestershire, Somerset & Dorset..., in particular the advancement of education, the furtherance of health & the relief of poverty, distress & sickness."
How much income did Wessex Community Action report in 2024?
Wessex Community Action reported total income of £427k and reported expenditure of £432k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wessex Community Action registered as a charity?
Wessex Community Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 1993 as charity number 1019716. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Wessex Community Action?
Wessex Community Action is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Giles Phillips. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wessex Community Action operate?
Wessex Community Action operates across 6 areas, including Bristol City, Dorset, Gloucestershire and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Wessex Community Action a registered charity?
Yes — Wessex Community Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1019716.
Details
Whittle Road
Churchfields
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP2 7YR
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Also Known As
- Salisbury and District Council for Voluntary Service
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- 14 May 2026
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