Foundation Of Light
Also known as: Safc Foundation
The Foundation strives to? Raise educational attainment; inspire a commitment to learning? Increase skills and access to employment by connecting people to the world of work? Enable people to develop healthier and happier lives; support the development of vibrant and respectful communities? Provide more opportunities for inclusive sport and play inspiring participation and achievement;
Activities & Mission
The Foundation strives to? Raise educational attainment; inspire a commitment to learning? Increase skills and access to employment by connecting people to the world of work? Enable people to develop healthier and happier lives; support the development of vibrant and respectful communities? Provide more opportunities for inclusive sport and play inspiring participation and achievement;
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.
Country
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 36% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,910,621 | £5,222,526 | £4,314,838 | £16,599,848 | £1,202,722 | 150 / 109 |
| 2023 | £4,293,757 | £4,772,165 | £3,987,097 | £16,911,753 | £1,055,120 | 143 / 100 |
| 2022 | £4,385,917 | £4,929,425 | £3,939,850 | £17,390,161 | £190,164 | 144 / 65 |
| 2021 | £3,775,505 | £4,098,441 | £3,557,429 | £17,933,669 | £244,728 | 163 / 114 |
| 2020 | £4,374,585 | £4,239,192 | £3,640,608 | £18,256,605 | £0 | 135 / 70 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Foundation Of Light
What does Foundation Of Light do?
The Foundation strives to? Raise educational attainment; inspire a commitment to learning? Increase skills and access to employment by connecting people to the world of work? Enable people to develop healthier and happier lives; support the development of vibrant and respectful communities? Provide more opportunities for inclusive sport and play inspiring participation and achievement;
How much income did Foundation Of Light report in 2024?
Foundation Of Light reported total income of £4.91m and reported expenditure of £5.22m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Foundation Of Light?
Foundation Of Light has a program ratio of 87.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 36% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Foundation Of Light registered as a charity?
Foundation Of Light was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 2001 as charity number 1089333. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Foundation Of Light?
Foundation Of Light is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT SYDNEY MURRAY CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Foundation Of Light operate?
Foundation Of Light operates across 4 areas: Spain, Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Is Foundation Of Light a registered charity?
Yes — Foundation Of Light is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1089333.
Details
Vaux Brewery Way
SUNDERLAND
SR5 1SN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Safc Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated