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Operation Sunshine

We send shipping containers of donated goods to the destitute in Zimbabwe and other African countries

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Activities & Mission

We send shipping containers of donated goods to the destitute in Zimbabwe and other African countries

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£37,173
Latest Expenditure
£31,489

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 84.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 84.7%
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
£37,173
£31,4890 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Operation Sunshine

What does Operation Sunshine do?

We send shipping containers of donated goods to the destitute in Zimbabwe and other African countries

How much income did Operation Sunshine report in 2025?

Operation Sunshine reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Operation Sunshine registered as a charity?

Operation Sunshine was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 2009 as charity number 1129152. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Operation Sunshine?

Operation Sunshine is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Operation Sunshine operate?

Operation Sunshine operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Operation Sunshine a registered charity?

Yes — Operation Sunshine is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129152.

Details

Address
Greenlands
Canterbury Road
Lyminge
Folkestone
CT18 8HD
Registration Date
15 April 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5001293
Charity Number
1129152

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Trustees

Iain James Callander
John David Bradford
Paul Hathaway
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev GARETH WEBBER
Zina Pepper

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