MY SHINING STAR
Support includes help with debts, food, parking, toys, grants, respite, trauma therapy, bereavement care, sibling support, specialist equipment, clothing, medicine storage, and signposting. We also offer gifts, extra magic experiences, and campaign for change, therefore easing burdens for families facing childhood cancer.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The charity reported unrestricted reserves of £147,782, which exceeds its stated policy target of a minimum of £40,000. The accounts were subject to an independent examination, with the examiner confirming that no material matters came to attention regarding the accuracy of the records.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the charity to always have a minimum of £40,000 in reserves.” — page 5
“One Trustee was reimbursed £150 for services they provided to the Charity.” — page 2
“During the year, the Charity received donations totalling £60 from its Trustees. One Trustee was reimbursed £150 for services they provided to the Charity. There were no other related party transactions during the year.” — page 2
“One Trustee was reimbursed £150 for services they provided to the Charity.” — page 2
“During the year, the Charity received donations totalling £60 from its Trustees. One Trustee was reimbursed £150 for services they provided to the Charity. There were no other related party transactions during the year.” — page 2
“One Trustee was reimbursed £150 for services they provided to the Charity.” — page 2
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/02/2023)
- Received assets from another charity (25/03/2021)
- Received assets from another charity (23/03/2021)
Trustees
- Cheryl Ann Lane
- Gemma Wyatt
- Margaret Stanley
- Ruth Portway
- Sarah Louise Rose
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2024 | £227k | £151k |
| 30/11/2023 | £222k | £150k |
| 30/11/2022 | £133k | £126k |
| 30/11/2021 | £124k | £91k |
| 30/11/2020 | £76k | £59k |
Common questions
Is MY SHINING STAR financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The charity reported unrestricted reserves of £147,782, which exceeds its stated policy target of a minimum of £40,000. The accounts were subject to an independent examination, with the examiner confirming that no material matters came to attention regarding the accuracy of the records. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds MY SHINING STAR?
Funders whose own accounts filings name MY SHINING STAR as a grant recipient include THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST, CANTIACORUM FOUNDATION, YORKSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SOUTH GILLINGHAM.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £6k | |
| CANTIACORUM FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £4k | |
| YORKSHIRE BUILDING SOCIETY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £3k | |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF SOUTH GILLINGHAM | FY2024 | £1k | Church Shop Distribution |
| THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £1k | |
| THE WILLIE AND MABEL MORRIS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £500 |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 29/03/2024 | £15k | Unrestricted Funding |
| Postcode Lottery | 02/11/2023 | £10k | Millionaire Street 2023 10w4 |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/10/2021 | £10k | Therapy Sessions for Families affected by Childhood Cancer |