The Joybank
Analysis
The Joybank is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Sheffield. It was registered in February 2022, 4 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides services, provides advocacy/advice/information and acts as an umbrella or resource body.
In the financial year ending January 2026, The Joybank reported income of £41k and spending of £29k, leaving 28% of income unspent that year. Across the 4 years on record, from January 2023 to January 2026, income grew from £17k to £41k (+141%), an average of +34% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to January 2026, when income rose by 101%. Over the whole period it spent 77% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, The Joybank sits at the 51st percentile: it is larger than about 51% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 57th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Hull Council of Disabled People (£41k), Perry's Pantry Foodbank (£41k) and Healing Hooves Devon (£41k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
We promote importance of creative play in children's healthy development. and recognise the joy that a simple toy can bring to a child's life. Our mission is to support families who are in financial need by recycling unwanted toys and distributing to those who need them. Through our activities we also aim to reduce waste, promote sustainability, and create a positive impact in our community.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Hull Council of Disabled People | Hull | £41k |
| Perry's Pantry Foodbank | Manchester | £41k |
| Healing Hooves Devon | Tiverton | £41k |
| Warslow Village Hall | Buxton | £41k |