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The Oyster Project

THE OYSTER PROJECT IS A MEMBER LED DISABLED & OLDER PERSONS SELF-HELP CHARITY FOUNDED AND RUN BY DISABLED PEOPLE.THE MAJORITY OF OUR TRUSTEES AND ALL CORE PROJECT DELIVERERS ARE PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR ELDERLY.WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS TO VOLUNTEER IN MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES, DEVELOPED & SUPPORTED BY EACH OTHER. THE CHARITY HOLDS THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE.

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Activities & Mission

THE OYSTER PROJECT IS A MEMBER LED DISABLED & OLDER PERSONS SELF-HELP CHARITY FOUNDED AND RUN BY DISABLED PEOPLE.THE MAJORITY OF OUR TRUSTEES AND ALL CORE PROJECT DELIVERERS ARE PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR ELDERLY.WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS TO VOLUNTEER IN MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES, DEVELOPED & SUPPORTED BY EACH OTHER. THE CHARITY HOLDS THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,313
Latest Expenditure
£1,346

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 102.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 102.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£10,975
£13,1240 / 6
2022
£10,607
£11,6410 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Oyster Project

What does The Oyster Project do?

THE OYSTER PROJECT IS A MEMBER LED DISABLED & OLDER PERSONS SELF-HELP CHARITY FOUNDED AND RUN BY DISABLED PEOPLE.THE MAJORITY OF OUR TRUSTEES AND ALL CORE PROJECT DELIVERERS ARE PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR ELDERLY.WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS TO VOLUNTEER IN MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES, DEVELOPED & SUPPORTED BY EACH OTHER. THE CHARITY HOLDS THE QUEEN'S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE.

How much income did The Oyster Project report in 2023?

The Oyster Project reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Oyster Project registered as a charity?

The Oyster Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2009 as charity number 1132007. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs The Oyster Project?

The Oyster Project is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Oyster Project operate?

The Oyster Project operates across 5 areas, including Brighton And Hove, East Sussex, Hampshire and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Oyster Project a registered charity?

Yes — The Oyster Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132007.

Details

Address
Westgate Chapel
92A High Street
LEWES
East Sussex
BN7 1XH
Registration Date
6 October 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5002486
Charity Number
1132007

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Trustees

John Christopher Russell
Also governs 1 other charity
Nicole Twort
Also governs 1 other charity

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