Small Green Shoots
Also known as: Sgs
Small Green Shoots transforms the lives of young people aged 16-24 around England and living in areas of social deprivation. Young people access valuable life-experiences, skills and qualifications via our innovative arts-based projects. We facilitate their transformation from NEET (not in education, employment or training) into learning and employment opportunities in the creative industries.
Activities & Mission
Small Green Shoots transforms the lives of young people aged 16-24 around England and living in areas of social deprivation. Young people access valuable life-experiences, skills and qualifications via our innovative arts-based projects. We facilitate their transformation from NEET (not in education, employment or training) into learning and employment opportunities in the creative industries.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £776,147 | £821,646 | £815,840 | £108,055 | £42,762 | 22 / 0 |
| 2024 | £755,515 | £601,000 | £598,000 | £153,555 | £87,819 | 27 / 53 |
| 2023 | £465,598 | £492,217 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £681,100 | £803,875 | £800,199 | £25,553 | £2,707 | 23 / 0 |
| 2021 | £595,635 | £488,041 | £464,807 | £148,328 | £58,522 | 16 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Small Green Shoots
What does Small Green Shoots do?
Small Green Shoots transforms the lives of young people aged 16-24 around England and living in areas of social deprivation. Young people access valuable life-experiences, skills and qualifications via our innovative arts-based projects. We facilitate their transformation from NEET (not in education, employment or training) into learning and employment opportunities in the creative industries.
How much income did Small Green Shoots report in 2025?
Small Green Shoots reported total income of £776k and reported expenditure of £822k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Small Green Shoots?
Small Green Shoots has a program ratio of 104.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Small Green Shoots registered as a charity?
Small Green Shoots was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 2015 as charity number 1160814. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Small Green Shoots?
Small Green Shoots is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is EUNICE OBIANAGHA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Small Green Shoots operate?
Small Green Shoots operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Small Green Shoots a registered charity?
Yes — Small Green Shoots is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160814.
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NW1 1HS
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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