Question 1

What is the mission of BLINDAID?

Accepted Answer

Community Sight Support Service: An outreach service for blind and visually impaired people residing in the 12 inner London boroughs to alleviate social isolation and provide practical support Also:  Telephone Support and Community ProjectsShare London Project -  volunteers facilitate social outings in LondonSmall grants for aids and equipment to facilitate independent living

Question 2

What is the financial size of BLINDAID?

Accepted Answer

BLINDAID is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £580,846 and total expenditure of £810,484.

Question 3

How does BLINDAID allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 92.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 7.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (98.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BLINDAID?

Accepted Answer

BLINDAID employs 20 staff members and is supported by 250 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BLINDAID receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BLINDAID pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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