The Shears Foundation
Grant making to charitable organisations working in Tyne Wear & Northumberland; Bradford; Manchester; York and Harrogate and occasionally other areas. Priorities for funding are stronger communities, educational opportunities, protecting the environment, health & medicine research and culture & the arts.
Activities & Mission
Grant making to charitable organisations working in Tyne Wear & Northumberland; Bradford; Manchester; York and Harrogate and occasionally other areas. Priorities for funding are stronger communities, educational opportunities, protecting the environment, health & medicine research and culture & the arts.
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
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 | £489,350 | £930,460 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £355,535 | £900,417 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Shears Foundation
What does The Shears Foundation do?
Grant making to charitable organisations working in Tyne Wear & Northumberland; Bradford; Manchester; York and Harrogate and occasionally other areas. Priorities for funding are stronger communities, educational opportunities, protecting the environment, health & medicine research and culture & the arts.
How much income did The Shears Foundation report in 2025?
The Shears Foundation reported total income of £489k and reported expenditure of £930k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Shears Foundation registered as a charity?
The Shears Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 March 2023 as charity number 1202285. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs The Shears Foundation?
The Shears Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Andrew Horner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shears Foundation operate?
The Shears Foundation operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shears Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Shears Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202285.
Details
PHILANTHROPY HOUSE
WOODBINE ROAD
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE3 1DD
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- 30 July 2026
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