Bristol Women's Voice
Analysis
Bristol Women's Voice is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Bristol. It was registered in November 2016, 10 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information and sponsors or undertakes research.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Bristol Women's Voice reported income of £160k and spending of £165k, spending 103% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income grew from £93k to £160k (+71%), an average of +14% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 26%. Over the whole period it spent 96% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Bristol Women's Voice sits at the 73rd percentile: it is larger than about 73% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 78th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Children's Hope UK Ltd (£160k), The Blueberry Foundation (£160k) and The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) (£160k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
BWV is a powerful voice for women aiming to make women?s equality in Bristol a reality. We make sure that when key decisions are taken, their voices have been listened to and their concerns acted upon. We bring together women to share ideas, exchange experiences, support campaigns and celebrate success so that we can make Bristol a showcase for women?s involvement, empowerment and equality.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hope UK Ltd | London | £160k |
| The Blueberry Foundation | Bideford | £160k |
| The Olive Branch (Faith in Action) | Lancashire | £160k |
| The Yapp Charitable Trust | County Durham | £160k |