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Calais Light

Our aim is to promote social inclusion for refugees. We send volunteer convoys to France to assist charities giving practical support to refugees and the displaced. We source donations of food, quality clothing and toiletries to meet refugees' basic needs. Our Befriender Hubs teach UK refugees English language skills to speed social integration. We try to shift public opinion towards compassion.

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Activities & Mission

Our aim is to promote social inclusion for refugees. We send volunteer convoys to France to assist charities giving practical support to refugees and the displaced. We source donations of food, quality clothing and toiletries to meet refugees' basic needs. Our Befriender Hubs teach UK refugees English language skills to speed social integration. We try to shift public opinion towards compassion.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£53,550
Latest Expenditure
£35,509

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 66.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 66.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£53,550
£35,5090 / 60

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Calais Light

What does Calais Light do?

Our aim is to promote social inclusion for refugees. We send volunteer convoys to France to assist charities giving practical support to refugees and the displaced. We source donations of food, quality clothing and toiletries to meet refugees' basic needs. Our Befriender Hubs teach UK refugees English language skills to speed social integration. We try to shift public opinion towards compassion.

How much income did Calais Light report in 2025?

Calais Light reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Calais Light registered as a charity?

Calais Light was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2024 as charity number 1206481. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs Calais Light?

Calais Light is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARY STRETCH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Calais Light operate?

Calais Light operates across 2 areas: France and England And Wales.

Is Calais Light a registered charity?

Yes — Calais Light is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206481.

Details

Address
194 HIGH STREET
RICKMANSWORTH
HERTS
WD3 1BD
Registration Date
10 January 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5209046
Charity Number
1206481

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Trustees

MARY STRETCH Chair
CLARE ELIZABETH McCAFFREY
ISABELLA CAIT McDONALD
KIRSTY MACLEOD
ROSAMUND JANE SOUTHGATE
TANIA JORGE

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