Sparkle The National Transgender Charity
Also known as: Sparkle, Sparkle the National Transgender Celebration
Organises the 'Sparkle Weekend - The Worlds Largest Trans Celebration' in Sackville Gardens, Manchester.Promoting awareness and acceptance of the 'Trans and Gender Diverse' communities; Provides training and development design to further the understanding, acceptance and inclusion of gender diverse individuals.
Activities & Mission
Organises the 'Sparkle Weekend - The Worlds Largest Trans Celebration' in Sackville Gardens, Manchester.Promoting awareness and acceptance of the 'Trans and Gender Diverse' communities; Provides training and development design to further the understanding, acceptance and inclusion of gender diverse individuals.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £89,962 | £53,119 | 0 / 178 | |||
| 2022 | £67,115 | £667,862 | 0 / 78 | |||
| 2021 | £24,203 | £14,514 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2020 | £14,921 | £12,933 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2019 | £55,192 | £54,465 | 0 / 75 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sparkle The National Transgender Charity
What does Sparkle The National Transgender Charity do?
Organises the 'Sparkle Weekend - The Worlds Largest Trans Celebration' in Sackville Gardens, Manchester.Promoting awareness and acceptance of the 'Trans and Gender Diverse' communities; Provides training and development design to further the understanding, acceptance and inclusion of gender diverse individuals.
How much income did Sparkle The National Transgender Charity report in 2023?
Sparkle The National Transgender Charity reported total income of £90k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sparkle The National Transgender Charity registered as a charity?
Sparkle The National Transgender Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2010 as charity number 1134725. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Sparkle The National Transgender Charity?
Sparkle The National Transgender Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jay Crawford. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sparkle The National Transgender Charity operate?
Sparkle The National Transgender Charity operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Sparkle The National Transgender Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Sparkle The National Transgender Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1134725.
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MANCHESTER
M1 2JQ
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- 14 May 2026
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