THE LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT SPALDING
THE LIGHTHOUSE PROVIDES SUPPORTED LIVING ACCOMMODATION FOR HOMELESS, DISADVANTAGED YOUNG PEOPLE AND PROVIDES SUPPORT TO OTHER YOUNG PEOPLE IN THEIR OWN HOMES. IT ALSO OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES TO GAIN WORK EXPERIENCE WITHIN ITS SMALL SOCIAL ENTERPRISES.Within the Lighthouse Project Spalding is a property known as Karis House. This is a home for young women working to overcome life controlling issues.
Objects
TO ADVANCE IN LIFE AND HELP YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH:(A) THE PROVISION OF RECREATIONAL AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE, DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE;(B) PROVIDING SUPPORT AND ACTIVITIES WHICH DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS, CAPACITIES AND CAPABILITIES TO ENABLE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN SOCIETY AS MATURE AND RESPONSIBLE ADULTS
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £137,441, resulting in a net expenditure of £12,996 for the year. The trustees believe that an annual income of £175,000 is required to fund charitable work, indicating current reserves are below the implied annual funding target. The financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“During the period, the charity received a donation of £61,314 (2024 - £68,492) from The Lighthouse Project Limited. The sole director and shareholder of this company is Mrs J J Tedbury, who is also a trustee of the charity.” — page 5
“The charity rents the Karis House leasehold property free of charge from the related company The Lighthouse Project Limited. As such, no rental costs are shown in the accounts.” — page 11
“During the period, the charity received a donation of £61,314 (2024 - £68,492) from The Lighthouse Project Limited. The sole director and shareholder of this company is Mrs J J Tedbury, who is also a trustee of the charity.” — page 5
“The charity rents the Karis House leasehold property free of charge from the related company The Lighthouse Project Limited. As such, no rental costs are shown in the accounts.” — page 11
“During the period, the charity received a donation of £61,314 (2024 - £68,492) from The Lighthouse Project Limited. The sole director and shareholder of this company is Mrs J J Tedbury, who is also a trustee of the charity.” — page 5
“The charity rents the Karis House leasehold property free of charge from the related company The Lighthouse Project Limited. As such, no rental costs are shown in the accounts.” — page 11
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- JENNIFER JAYNE TEDBURYchair
- CHARLOTTE SAMANTHA Lovett
- MARION ELLEN MAY SANDHU
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £190k | £203k |
| 31/03/2024 | £197k | £193k |
| 31/03/2023 | £175k | £155k |
| 31/03/2022 | £177k | £164k |
| 31/03/2021 | £167k | £158k |
Common questions
Is THE LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT SPALDING financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £137,441, resulting in a net expenditure of £12,996 for the year. The trustees believe that an annual income of £175,000 is required to fund charitable work, indicating current reserves are below the implied annual funding target. The financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 01/04/2022 | £8k | THE LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT SPALDING |