Shishukunj
Provides activities aimed at children under the age of 16, primarily on Sunday mornings for 4 hours. Encompasses physical, mental, social, cultural & spiritual development in an environment rich in positive values. Activities are run mainly by youth volunteers. Donates to other charitable initiatives in relieving poverty, distress & sickness amongst children & young people in the UK & the world.
Activities & Mission
Provides activities aimed at children under the age of 16, primarily on Sunday mornings for 4 hours. Encompasses physical, mental, social, cultural & spiritual development in an environment rich in positive values. Activities are run mainly by youth volunteers. Donates to other charitable initiatives in relieving poverty, distress & sickness amongst children & young people in the UK & the world.
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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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 2015 — Tanna Charitable Trust (organisation 5034428)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,048,536 | £724,671 | £548,466 | £2,950,589 | £606,652 | 1 / 250 |
| 2023 | £369,607 | £408,700 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2022 | £352,348 | £309,382 | 0 / 300 | |||
| 2021 | £295,545 | £272,077 | 0 / 500 | |||
| 2020 | £260,245 | £300,980 | 0 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Shishukunj
What does Shishukunj do?
Provides activities aimed at children under the age of 16, primarily on Sunday mornings for 4 hours. Encompasses physical, mental, social, cultural & spiritual development in an environment rich in positive values. Activities are run mainly by youth volunteers. Donates to other charitable initiatives in relieving poverty, distress & sickness amongst children & young people in the UK & the world.
How much income did Shishukunj report in 2024?
Shishukunj reported total income of £1.05m and reported expenditure of £725k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Shishukunj?
Shishukunj has a program ratio of 52.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Shishukunj registered as a charity?
Shishukunj was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 1982 as charity number 284206. It has been registered for 44 years.
Who runs Shishukunj?
Shishukunj is governed by a board of 17 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Shishukunj operate?
Shishukunj operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Shishukunj a registered charity?
Yes — Shishukunj is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284206.
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