The Sylvia Short Educational Charity
Promoting education by the making of grants for fieldwork and extra mural studies to persons who;1) are under the age of 19; and2) are in need of financial assistance; and3) are attending school or college in the county of Herefordshire.
Activities & Mission
Promoting education by the making of grants for fieldwork and extra mural studies to persons who;1) are under the age of 19; and2) are in need of financial assistance; and3) are attending school or college in the county of Herefordshire.
Grants
The Sylvia Short Educational Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £60,468
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £26,789 | £60,468 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £76,188 | £53,705 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £58,538 | £49,431 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £58,034 | £26,595 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £28,500 | £39,085 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sylvia Short Educational Charity
What does The Sylvia Short Educational Charity do?
Promoting education by the making of grants for fieldwork and extra mural studies to persons who;1) are under the age of 19; and2) are in need of financial assistance; and3) are attending school or college in the county of Herefordshire.
How much income did The Sylvia Short Educational Charity report in 2026?
The Sylvia Short Educational Charity reported total income of £27k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Sylvia Short Educational Charity registered as a charity?
The Sylvia Short Educational Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2003 as charity number 1095722. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Sylvia Short Educational Charity?
The Sylvia Short Educational Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nicholas Vears Eve. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sylvia Short Educational Charity operate?
The Sylvia Short Educational Charity operates in Herefordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sylvia Short Educational Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Sylvia Short Educational Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1095722.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated