SHOWERBOX CIO
At ShowerBox, we give showers, underwear, toiletries and the sense of community to anyone in need, largely those facing homelessness.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £68,760, with the independent examiner noting this is a 'healthy cash reserve' providing a stable footing. The charity reported total income of £133,709 and total expenditure of £109,012 for the year. The examiner confirmed the accounts are a true reflection of the accounting records with no matters of material significance.
What the accounts disclose
“Income of £133,709 was received from grants and donations.” — page 10
“If the level of expenditure is considered in relation to funds raised, this has increased from 62% in 23/24 to 82% in 24/25”
Funders the charity credits
- Baylis and Harding
Trustees
- Peter Youngchair
- Alexandra Erica Lewis-Ripper
- David Jack Hanson
- Dr Claire Macneill
- Paul Taylor
- Sam Thomas Bodmer
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 27/03/2025 | £134k | £109k |
| 27/03/2024 | £90k | £56k |
| 27/03/2023 | £52k | £42k |
Common questions
Is SHOWERBOX CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves increased to £68,760, with the independent examiner noting this is a 'healthy cash reserve' providing a stable footing. The charity reported total income of £133,709 and total expenditure of £109,012 for the year. The examiner confirmed the accounts are a true reflection of the accounting records with no matters of material significance. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SHOWERBOX CIO?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SHOWERBOX CIO as a grant recipient include ST GILES-IN-THE-FIELDS AND BLOOMSBURY UNITED CHARITY, THE JOHN COATES CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST GILES-IN-THE-FIELDS AND BLOOMSBURY UNITED CHARITY | FY2022 | £24k | To continue providing free and secure showers for the homeless group across London. |
| ST GILES-IN-THE-FIELDS AND BLOOMSBURY UNITED CHARITY | FY2025 | £24k | free and secure showers for the homeless group |
| THE JOHN COATES CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £10k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles & St George | 21/10/2025 | £24k | Grant to ShowerBox |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/02/2024 | £20k | ShowerBox Saturdays |
| St Giles & St George | 18/10/2022 | £24k | Grant to ShowerBox |