THE SHINE PROJECT
The Shine Project provides a safe space for teenagers using interactive workshops, large scale events and online engagement. Young people are supported to explore their ability to connect with others, be active, keep learning and engage in mindful activities, promoting the development of healthy physical and mental wellbeing.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that The Shine Project remained within budget forecasts and expanded its offering despite ongoing financial pressures. The trustees report the charity is in a healthy financial position, supported by donor contributions and a new sustainable funding stream from paid services. No specific unrestricted reserves figure or reserves policy target is disclosed in the provided text.
What the accounts disclose
“Your contributions — whether through trusts, community funds, school donations, personal gifts, or platforms like Give as You Live — have enabled us to continue our vital work with young people.”
Trustees
- MRS R HARDARDOTTIRchair
- Elizabeth Sally Anne Walker
- MR L PRICE
- Nicholas David McLean Main
- Vanessa Louise Corsie
- Vania Katherine Roper
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £55k | £57k |
| 31/08/2024 | £64k | £46k |
| 31/08/2023 | £44k | £48k |
| 31/08/2022 | £41k | £38k |
| 31/08/2021 | £50k | £28k |
Common questions
Is THE SHINE PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that The Shine Project remained within budget forecasts and expanded its offering despite ongoing financial pressures. The trustees report the charity is in a healthy financial position, supported by donor contributions and a new sustainable funding stream from paid services. No specific unrestricted reserves figure or reserves policy target is disclosed in the provided text. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE SHINE PROJECT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE SHINE PROJECT as a grant recipient include THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST, TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST, THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CANFORD MAGNA.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £10k | |
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £10k | |
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £10k | |
| TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST | FY2023 | £9k | |
| THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £6k | |
| THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £6k | |
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £5k | |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CANFORD MAGNA | FY2022 | £3k | Missionary and charitable giving |
| TALBOT VILLAGE TRUST | FY2025 | £3k | Small Grants |
| THE ALICE ELLEN COOPER-DEAN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £0 | |
| THE VALENTINE CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £0 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/07/2024 | £20k | The Shine Project |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 11/11/2022 | £9k | The Thrive Initiative |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/06/2021 | £9k | The Thrive Initiative |
| UK government | 22/05/2020 | £2k | VSCE CMC Fund |