'the Light' (uk)
We've worked with a number of young people from Slough, most of these young people were mainly hanging around parks engaging in negative behaviour and criminal activity. In our projects we have worked in partnership with various agencies such as Thames Valley Police, Community safety, Slough Borough Council and The Youth Offending Team to ensure we target the hard to reach young people.
Activities & Mission
We've worked with a number of young people from Slough, most of these young people were mainly hanging around parks engaging in negative behaviour and criminal activity. In our projects we have worked in partnership with various agencies such as Thames Valley Police, Community safety, Slough Borough Council and The Youth Offending Team to ensure we target the hard to reach young people.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% 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 | £388,387 | £271,407 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £714,977 | £470,073 | £470,073 | £1,160,395 | £163,134 | 0 / 28 |
| 2023 | £891,767 | £777,461 | £661,170 | £915,490 | £315,753 | 0 / 39 |
| 2022 | £989,855 | £696,832 | £584,512 | £801,383 | £168,015 | 0 / 10 |
| 2021 | £792,107 | £642,737 | £0 | £504,581 | £0 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about 'the Light' (uk)
What does 'the Light' (uk) do?
We've worked with a number of young people from Slough, most of these young people were mainly hanging around parks engaging in negative behaviour and criminal activity. In our projects we have worked in partnership with various agencies such as Thames Valley Police, Community safety, Slough Borough Council and The Youth Offending Team to ensure we target the hard to reach young people.
How much income did 'the Light' (uk) report in 2025?
'the Light' (uk) reported total income of £388k and reported expenditure of £271k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is 'the Light' (uk)?
'the Light' (uk) has a program ratio of 65.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was 'the Light' (uk) registered as a charity?
'the Light' (uk) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 October 2012 as charity number 1149239. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs 'the Light' (uk)?
'the Light' (uk) is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is SHABIR AHMED FAZIL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does 'the Light' (uk) operate?
'the Light' (uk) operates in Slough, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is 'the Light' (uk) a registered charity?
Yes — 'the Light' (uk) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149239.
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Slough
SL1 3BX
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