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Shapinsay Lunch/Friendship Club

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC023998
Status
Active
Registered
Nov. 20, 1995
Legal form
Unincorporated association

Address

Address
Linton
Shapinsay
Orkney
KW17 2EB

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended'

The charity meets fortnightly during school term time, to provide a 2 course lunch for over 50s on the island and the charity organises speakers, film shows and games and celebrate Christmas, birthdays and Burns Night.

Objectives: The object of the group is to promote the benefit of all persons over the age of fifty in Shapinsay which is now, or hereafter may be deemed, by law to be charitable by:- Co-ordinating volunteers to give practical help and emotional support to elderly and disabled people. Bringing together representatives of statutory and voluntary organisations, & individuals who have a personal or professional interest in the welfare of the elderly. Involving members in matters which concern them. Making representations on behalf of members. Collating and disseminating information for, from and on behalf of members. Initiating, promoting and enabling appropriate services and resources to be established and made available as widely as possible.

Areas of operation

Main operating location
Orkney Islands
Geographical spread
A specific local point, community or neighbourhood

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
March 31, 2025 £3,708 £4,318
March 31, 2024 £3,431 £3,831
March 31, 2023 £3,840 £3,214
March 31, 2022 £653 £855
March 31, 2021 £251 £251