Shivia

Also known as: Shivia Microfinance

The relief of need in areas of social and economic deprivation in India, by the provision of financial and technical assistance and the advancement of education and training.

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Activities & Mission

The relief of need in areas of social and economic deprivation in India, by the provision of financial and technical assistance and the advancement of education and training.

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

India

Financial Information

Latest Income

£406,634

Latest Expenditure

£502,946

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 50.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 80.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 18.8%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £443,049

Charitable Activities £137,791

Other Trading £0

Investments £7,224

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £295,204

Raising Funds £24,621

Governance £43,821

Grants to Institutions £229,791

Other Expenditure £45,161

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£406,634	£502,946				0 / 0
2024	£588,064	£364,986	£295,204	£803,146	£593,594	2 / 2
2023	£435,113	£327,920				0 / 3
2022	£393,566	£298,990				0 / 1
2021	£459,919	£305,490				0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Shivia

What does Shivia do?

The relief of need in areas of social and economic deprivation in India, by the provision of financial and technical assistance and the advancement of education and training.

How much income did Shivia report in 2025?

Shivia reported total income of £407k and reported expenditure of £503k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Shivia registered as a charity?

Shivia was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 October 2008 as charity number 1126444. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Shivia?

Shivia is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Yasmine Hilton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Shivia operate?

Shivia operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Shivia a registered charity?

Yes — Shivia is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126444.