SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION
Special Stars Foundation provides a diverse and vibrant range of inclusive opportunities for people with learning and physical disabilities who cannot access mainstream activities.Our aim is to reduce social isolation, provide meaningful experiences, build confidence and develop new skills. We also offer a variety of learning opportunities, advice and support services for parent carers.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £143,166 for the year, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted reserves from £358,690 to £219,644. The trustees acknowledge that ongoing deficits are depleting reserves and have planned for a further deficit in the coming year, aiming to break even in 2026-27. The charity relies heavily on donations and trading income to continue its activities.
What the accounts disclose
“No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.” — page 26
“Special Stars has a policy for holding a minimum reserve, representing six months’ worth of operating costs, in the unrestricted general fund” — page 15
Trustees
- Annabel Turpin
- John Hooley
- Kirsty Clark
- Samantha Thompson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £140k | £283k |
| 31/03/2024 | £181k | £305k |
| 31/03/2023 | £406k | £273k |
| 31/03/2022 | £312k | £233k |
| 31/03/2021 | £404k | £220k |
Common questions
Is SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £143,166 for the year, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted reserves from £358,690 to £219,644. The trustees acknowledge that ongoing deficits are depleting reserves and have planned for a further deficit in the coming year, aiming to break even in 2026-27. The charity relies heavily on donations and trading income to continue its activities. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the Under £60,000 band.
Who funds SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SPECIAL STARS FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include THE SIR JAMES RECKITT CHARITY, HELP FOR HEALTH, HAYS TRAVEL FOUNDATION, THE ANTON JURGENS CHARITABLE TRUST, THE HULL AND EAST RIDING CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SIR JAMES RECKITT CHARITY | FY2021 | £10k | Children's services |
| HELP FOR HEALTH | FY2022 | £9k | |
| HAYS TRAVEL FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £7k | |
| THE ANTON JURGENS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | |
| THE ANTON JURGENS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | |
| THE HULL AND EAST RIDING CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £2k | |
| HAYS TRAVEL FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £0 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 18/05/2020 | £6k | COVID-19 CEF |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/01/2020 | £480k | Special Stars - Continuation Funding |