UNDERGROUND LIGHTS
For the public benefit, the relief of those in need, in particular but not exclusively, people experiencing homelessness and/or mental distress in the Coventry, Warwickshire and surrounding area through the provision of drama/performing arts workshops and other activities or forms of training/support.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £78,294 against total expenditure of £63,842, resulting in a net surplus. The charity holds total funds of £44,076, with a stated reserves policy to cover three months' running costs. The trustees confirm the organization will continue as an ongoing concern until April 2026.
What the accounts disclose
“Reserves are held to cover three months’ running costs in case of future unsuccessful fundraising.” — page 19
Trustees
- Professor Nadine Holdsworthchair
- Benedict Davenport
- Benita Belgrove
- Dr Daniela Evans
- Georgia Dee Jaji
- Simon Christopher Knowles
- Sophie Hall
- Tracy Villiers
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £78k | £64k |
| 31/03/2024 | £14k | £66k |
| 31/03/2023 | £62k | £38k |
| 31/03/2022 | £63k | £48k |
| 31/03/2021 | £37k | £35k |
Common questions
Is UNDERGROUND LIGHTS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £78,294 against total expenditure of £63,842, resulting in a net surplus. The charity holds total funds of £44,076, with a stated reserves policy to cover three months' running costs. The trustees confirm the organization will continue as an ongoing concern until April 2026. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds UNDERGROUND LIGHTS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name UNDERGROUND LIGHTS as a grant recipient include THE GROCERS' CHARITY, COVENTRY CHURCH (MUNICIPAL) CHARITIES.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE GROCERS' CHARITY | FY2025 | £5k | Health |
| COVENTRY CHURCH (MUNICIPAL) CHARITIES | FY2025 | £1k | Grants: Relief in need |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postcode Lottery | 30/09/2024 | £21k | Unrestricted Funding |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/11/2018 | £10k | Underground Lights |