The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa
Also known as: Shaftesbury Homes and Arethusa, Shaftesbury Young People, SYP Trust
SYP Trust provides grants and support to small organisations working to transform the lives of children and young people in London by helping them to learn, be healthy, be heard, and be active citizens. We support work to remove the barriers and challenges many young people face when working towards these goals and which contribute to the widening inequality in our society.
Activities & Mission
SYP Trust provides grants and support to small organisations working to transform the lives of children and young people in London by helping them to learn, be healthy, be heard, and be active citizens. We support work to remove the barriers and challenges many young people face when working towards these goals and which contribute to the widening inequality in our society.
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 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% 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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £276,523 | £310,654 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £890,623 | £394,341 | £331,521 | £8,359,540 | £467,936 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £226,223 | £436,161 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £560,000 | £440,000 | £439,000 | £7,581,000 | £608,000 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £899,012 | £1,045,753 | £712,695 | £7,122,490 | £4,700,000 | 6 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa
What does The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa do?
SYP Trust provides grants and support to small organisations working to transform the lives of children and young people in London by helping them to learn, be healthy, be heard, and be active citizens. We support work to remove the barriers and challenges many young people face when working towards these goals and which contribute to the widening inequality in our society.
How much income did The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa report in 2025?
The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa reported total income of £277k and reported expenditure of £311k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa?
The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa has a program ratio of 37.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa registered as a charity?
The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 1965 as charity number 311697. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa?
The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Clare Searle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa operate?
The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa a registered charity?
Yes — The Shaftesbury Homes And Arethusa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 311697.
Details
Waverley House
115-119 Holdenhurst Road
BOURNEMOUTH
BH8 8DY
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Shaftesbury Homes and Arethusa
- Shaftesbury Young People
- SYP Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated