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Befrienders SCIO

Also known as: Befrienders for Argyll and Bute Children

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC047812
Status
Active
Registered
Oct. 10, 2017
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
PO Box 9576
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 9BB

Contact

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage'

Argyll and Bute Befrienders SCIO is set up to reduce social isolation, build resilience and improve the wellbeing of children and young people aged 6–18 across Argyll and Bute. We recruit, train and support volunteer befrienders who provide consistent one-to-one support through regular outings, activities and more importantly through positive relationships. Our staff assess referrals, match young people with suitable volunteers, oversee safeguarding, and carry out regular reviews with families and partner agencies. We work closely with schools, health and social work to ensure early intervention and prevent issues from escalating.

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure Employees
March 31, 2025 £73,612 £86,266 3
March 31, 2024 £97,237 £86,094 2
March 31, 2023 £104,389 £92,402 2
March 31, 2022 £101,546 £88,198 2
March 31, 2021 £107,755 £84,029 6