Bright Lights Projects
Also known as: The Northern Lights, The Northern Lights Projects
The Bright Lights are committed to advancing the community?s hopes for everyone to become healthy, conscientious and productive future members of modern, democratic Britain.Activities included:- Community engagement initiatives- Literacy & numeracy support- Provision of sports and leisure facilities- Support employment and regeneration initiatives- Promoting peaceful co-existence
Activities & Mission
The Bright Lights are committed to advancing the community?s hopes for everyone to become healthy, conscientious and productive future members of modern, democratic Britain.Activities included:- Community engagement initiatives- Literacy & numeracy support- Provision of sports and leisure facilities- Support employment and regeneration initiatives- Promoting peaceful co-existence
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £310,347 | £254,211 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2024 | £403,358 | £335,333 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £421,319 | £324,158 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £303,058 | £143,323 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £184,571 | £97,401 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bright Lights Projects
What does Bright Lights Projects do?
The Bright Lights are committed to advancing the community?s hopes for everyone to become healthy, conscientious and productive future members of modern, democratic Britain.Activities included:- Community engagement initiatives- Literacy & numeracy support- Provision of sports and leisure facilities- Support employment and regeneration initiatives- Promoting peaceful co-existence
How much income did Bright Lights Projects report in 2025?
Bright Lights Projects reported total income of £310k and reported expenditure of £254k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bright Lights Projects registered as a charity?
Bright Lights Projects was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 2013 as charity number 1153637. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Bright Lights Projects?
Bright Lights Projects is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is SHAFAQ AHMED. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bright Lights Projects operate?
Bright Lights Projects operates across 3 areas: Calderdale, Kirklees and Manchester City.
Is Bright Lights Projects a registered charity?
Yes — Bright Lights Projects is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153637.
Details
Unit 10
Park Works,Arnold Street
HALIFAX
West Yorkshire
HX1 5EE
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Also Known As
- The Northern Lights
- The Northern Lights Projects
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- 14 May 2026
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