DOVER SMART PROJECT
To advance education in the arts for the public benefit. Particular but not exclusively by the provision of art workshops, and exhibitions of the work that is produced. Dover smART Project was founded in 2013 to provide opportunities for disadvantaged children in Dover to take part in a wide range of creative activities and experiences to boost their confidence and enhance their wellbeing.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £32,375 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in total funds carried forward of £163,667. The trustees note that unrestricted reserves were lower than in previous years due to costs incurred moving premises but are increasing again as of December 2024. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Bianca Carini
- Billy Wilson
- Dave Burton
- David Smith
- Elouise Mitchell
- Hannah Russell
- Holly Bunyard
- Jay Smalley
- Marguerita Bayliss-Stranks
- Rebecca Whalley
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £254k | £222k |
| 31/12/2023 | £155k | £174k |
| 31/12/2022 | £280k | £244k |
| 23/09/2021 | £145k | £109k |
| 23/09/2020 | £131k | £95k |
Common questions
Is DOVER SMART PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £32,375 for the year ended 31 December 2024, resulting in total funds carried forward of £163,667. The trustees note that unrestricted reserves were lower than in previous years due to costs incurred moving premises but are increasing again as of December 2024. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention that would cause them to believe the accounts were not prepared in accordance with applicable regulations. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DOVER SMART PROJECT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DOVER SMART PROJECT as a grant recipient include THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST, THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST, THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION, SSP FOUNDATION, BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £20k | Health and Welfare |
| THE COLYER-FERGUSSON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £10k | |
| THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £10k | |
| THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £7k | Unrestricted |
| THE PHILIP AND CONNIE PHILLIPS FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £5k | |
| THE ROGER DE HAAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | |
| SSP FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £1k | |
| BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £1k | Materials and refreshments for the ART of Age group for over 65s and those living with a dementia. |
| SSP FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £1k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 18/06/2026 | £20k | Young Carer Parent Support Group |
| Postcode Lottery | 30/09/2024 | £20k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 03/04/2024 | £244k | Smart Bus - Route to Happiness (continuation funding application) |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/12/2023 | £17k | Print Club for Parents of Young Carers |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/07/2023 | £7k | MH - Smart Voice |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/08/2022 | £9k | Bridge the Gap - Creative Employment Course |
| Crowdfunder | 19/04/2022 | £2k | Local Action Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 14/05/2021 | £9k | Bridge the Gap - Creative Employment Course |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 01/03/2021 | £66k | The smART Bus Route to Happiness |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 17/04/2020 | £9k | The Creative Community Care Package |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/06/2019 | £10k | smART Community Paint Jam |
| UK government | 01/04/2019 | £3k | Tampon Tax Community Fund |
| UK government | 07/01/2019 | £3k | Tampon Tax Community Fund |
| UK government | 07/01/2019 | £2k | Tampon Tax Community Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 10/05/2018 | £9k | Bridge the Gap |