foundation of light

The charity supports children and young people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, and the general public. Foundation Of Light is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Sunderland and operates in South Tyneside, Sunderland, and various other locations.

This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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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;

Fundraising

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Local Authority

South Tyneside Sunderland Durham

Country

Spain

Financial Information

Latest Income

£4,910,621

Latest Expenditure

£5,222,526

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 87.9%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 82.6%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 18.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £143,500

Charitable Activities £3,114,277

Other Trading £1,604,136

Investments £48,708

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £4,314,838

Raising Funds £907,688

Governance £34,475

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

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