Alton Men's Shed
Analysis
Alton Men's Shed is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Hampshire. It was registered in September 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes, disability, recreation and other charitable purposes, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it other charitable activities.
In the financial year ending March 2026, Alton Men's Shed reported income of £24k and spending of £26k, spending 106% of what it took in. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2022 to March 2026, income grew from £6,596 to £24k (+270%), an average of +39% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 151%. Over the whole period it spent 97% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Alton Men's Shed sits at the 43rd percentile: it is larger than about 43% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 49th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Pals (Partners for Active Leisure Scheme) West Berkshire (£24k), Alton and District Community Relief Foundation (£24k) and Sign Along with US Foundation (£24k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Alton Men's Shed is equipped with a range of tools, materials and a social area, in which mainly retired men can socialise and make things for themselves & for local charities & voluntary organisations. Additionally, we undertake projects in the community through liaison with care homes & other local charity management teams. Member's experience & skills are shared to motivate each other on tasks.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Pals (Partners for Active Leisure Scheme) West Berkshire | Berkshire | £24k |
| Alton and District Community Relief Foundation | Harvest Church | £24k |
| Sign Along with US Foundation | Manchester | £24k |
| Harrow Gateway | Harrow | £24k |