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Centre For Thriving Places

Also known as: Happy City Initiative

We provide training, projects and communication support which help to develop the capacity and skills of the members of socially disadvantaged communities in urban areas in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and to participate more fully in society.

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Activities & Mission

We provide training, projects and communication support which help to develop the capacity and skills of the members of socially disadvantaged communities in urban areas in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and to participate more fully in society.

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
£493,678
Latest Expenditure
£430,535

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.2%
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
£493,678
£430,5350 / 0
2024
£377,657
£338,2140 / 0
2023
£189,717
£182,8470 / 0
2022
£105,519
£169,3260 / 0
2021
£257,667
£242,3490 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Centre For Thriving Places

What does Centre For Thriving Places do?

We provide training, projects and communication support which help to develop the capacity and skills of the members of socially disadvantaged communities in urban areas in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and to participate more fully in society.

How much income did Centre For Thriving Places report in 2025?

Centre For Thriving Places reported total income of £494k and reported expenditure of £431k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Centre For Thriving Places registered as a charity?

Centre For Thriving Places was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 July 2011 as charity number 1143037. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Centre For Thriving Places?

Centre For Thriving Places is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rashida Noray. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Centre For Thriving Places operate?

Centre For Thriving Places operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Centre For Thriving Places a registered charity?

Yes — Centre For Thriving Places is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143037.

Details

Address
c/o Greenhouse Communications
3rd Floor St. Thomas Court
Thomas Lane
BRISTOL
BS1 6JG
Registration Date
22 July 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5009705
Charity Number
1143037

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Trustees

Rashida Noray Chair
Brian Connolly
Chloe Taylor
Di Robinson
Helen Jane Bell
Luke Ashman
Sarah King

Also Known As

  • Happy City Initiative

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14 May 2026
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