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The Sparkle Foundation

Also known as: Sparkle Malawi

We improve the lives of vulnerable children and build brighter sustainable futures.We have a holistic approach to development, which incorporates education, medical care, nutrition and sustainability, creating lasting and measurable changes for our communities.We have 400 orphans and vulnerable children in our care across two sites, an outreach of 15,000 community members and 35 employees.

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Activities & Mission

We improve the lives of vulnerable children and build brighter sustainable futures.We have a holistic approach to development, which incorporates education, medical care, nutrition and sustainability, creating lasting and measurable changes for our communities.We have 400 orphans and vulnerable children in our care across two sites, an outreach of 15,000 community members and 35 employees.

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.

Country

Financial Information

Latest Income
£852,109
Latest Expenditure
£707,875

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 73.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 88.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 10.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £737,842
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £114,267
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £626,869
Raising Funds £74,206
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £6,800

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£852,109
£707,875£626,869£667,594£667,5941 / 15
2023
£740,225
£584,116£533,443£523,361£498,6113 / 20
2022
£470,501
£415,7060 / 30
2021
£388,000
£338,0000 / 110
2020
£288,032
£236,5050 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sparkle Foundation

What does The Sparkle Foundation do?

We improve the lives of vulnerable children and build brighter sustainable futures.We have a holistic approach to development, which incorporates education, medical care, nutrition and sustainability, creating lasting and measurable changes for our communities.We have 400 orphans and vulnerable children in our care across two sites, an outreach of 15,000 community members and 35 employees.

How much income did The Sparkle Foundation report in 2024?

The Sparkle Foundation reported total income of £852k and reported expenditure of £708k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Sparkle Foundation registered as a charity?

The Sparkle Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 May 2015 as charity number 1161708. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Sparkle Foundation?

The Sparkle Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Neville Prior. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sparkle Foundation operate?

The Sparkle Foundation operates in Malawi, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Sparkle Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Sparkle Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161708.

Details

Address
Turners
Queenborough Lane
Rayne
BRAINTREE
Essex
CM77 6TB
Registration Date
18 May 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5059016
Charity Number
1161708

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Trustees

Dr Neville Prior Chair
Asabe Makele
Gareth Dray
Martin Waud
Michael Burton

Also Known As

  • Sparkle Malawi

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