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Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity

Also known as: Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Service

Sandy Bear strengthen the emotional health and well-being of young people aged 0-25 (and their families) in the lead up to and following a bereavement. We aim to reduce emotional difficulties in childhood and the prevalence of mental illness in later life that can result in a decreased quality of life, poorer educational attainment, social and health problems and increased vulnerability.

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Activities & Mission

Sandy Bear strengthen the emotional health and well-being of young people aged 0-25 (and their families) in the lead up to and following a bereavement. We aim to reduce emotional difficulties in childhood and the prevalence of mental illness in later life that can result in a decreased quality of life, poorer educational attainment, social and health problems and increased vulnerability.

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
£454,084
Latest Expenditure
£495,476

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 109.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 109.1%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — Adlerian Society of Wales (organisation 5059473)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£454,084
£495,4760 / 70
2024
£305,298
£290,7730 / 40
2023
£364,887
£207,5420 / 19
2022
£155,425
£99,4220 / 21
2021
£122,422
£93,6860 / 18

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity

What does Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity do?

Sandy Bear strengthen the emotional health and well-being of young people aged 0-25 (and their families) in the lead up to and following a bereavement. We aim to reduce emotional difficulties in childhood and the prevalence of mental illness in later life that can result in a decreased quality of life, poorer educational attainment, social and health problems and increased vulnerability.

How much income did Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity report in 2025?

Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity reported total income of £454k and reported expenditure of £495k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity registered as a charity?

Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 2019 as charity number 1187011. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity?

Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Michael Copson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity operate?

Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187011.

Details

Address
EUROPA HOUSE
115 Charles Street
MILFORD HAVEN
SA73 2HW
Registration Date
17 December 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5146002
Charity Number
1187011

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Trustees

Andrew Michael Copson Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
MARGARET ANDREA MAUD FARMER
NINA LOUISE PHILPOTT
Also governs 1 other charity
Oliver James Riley
Rhys Matthias Buckley
Sarah Jean Wickham-Hancock

Also Known As

  • Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Service
  • Sandy Bear Children's Bereavement Charity

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