Supporting People Achieving Real Choice
Also known as: The Special Persons Advice and Research Council, Sparc
SPARC is a charity which supports people with learning disabilities.We were first formed in July 1995.Our services in the recent past have been in the area of employment and training in independent travel skills.SPARC's main current areas of activity are concerned with personal safety training and improving the health and welfare of our members.
Activities & Mission
SPARC is a charity which supports people with learning disabilities.We were first formed in July 1995.Our services in the recent past have been in the area of employment and training in independent travel skills.SPARC's main current areas of activity are concerned with personal safety training and improving the health and welfare of our members.
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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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 | £73,124 | £45,864 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £47,032 | £52,510 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £51,914 | £41,615 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £44,804 | £51,261 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £61,878 | £48,824 | 0 / 17 |
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Frequently asked questions about Supporting People Achieving Real Choice
What does Supporting People Achieving Real Choice do?
SPARC is a charity which supports people with learning disabilities.We were first formed in July 1995.Our services in the recent past have been in the area of employment and training in independent travel skills.SPARC's main current areas of activity are concerned with personal safety training and improving the health and welfare of our members.
How much income did Supporting People Achieving Real Choice report in 2025?
Supporting People Achieving Real Choice reported total income of £73k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Supporting People Achieving Real Choice registered as a charity?
Supporting People Achieving Real Choice was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 1997 as charity number 1060095. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Supporting People Achieving Real Choice?
Supporting People Achieving Real Choice is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL O'GORMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Supporting People Achieving Real Choice operate?
Supporting People Achieving Real Choice operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Supporting People Achieving Real Choice a registered charity?
Yes — Supporting People Achieving Real Choice is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060095.
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Also Known As
- The Special Persons Advice and Research Council
- Sparc
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- 30 July 2026
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