BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST is a registered UK charity (Charity number 1196765) dedicated to advancing education and alleviating poverty among young people, primarily focusing on those from vulnerable backgrounds. The charity's core mission is to provide comprehensive scholarships and financial assistance that enable access to secondary and higher education, particularly for disadvantaged youth who would otherwise be unable to afford such opportunities[2][1].

Objectives and Activities

The charity’s principal activities involve awarding scholarships to cover educational fees at secondary schools or institutions for further and higher education. Additionally, BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST offers supplementary financial support to meet basic requirements necessary for the students’ educational engagement. The overarching goal is to break the cycle of poverty by supporting bright and hard-working children, facilitating their access to quality education and empowering them to improve their life prospects[1][2].

Financial Information

For the financial year ending 31 August 2023, BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST reported a total income of £18,020 and total expenditure of £31,139. The charity does not operate any trading subsidiaries, and none of its trustees receive remuneration or benefits from its activities. The governance structure includes three trustees who oversee the charity’s operations and ensure compliance with its mission and regulatory requirements[2].

Impact and Reach

BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST primarily benefits young people in Malawi by funding scholarships and providing education-related financial assistance. By focusing on vulnerable youths, the charity aims to make a substantive social impact by addressing educational inequality and poverty reduction. It operates with a commitment to transparency and public benefit[2][1].

While the charity shares a name with other organizations involved in educational and social impact services, BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST’s specific remit is scholarship support targeted at disadvantaged students in Malawi, distinguishing it from other entities with similar names that engage in research or educational activities in different regions[3][5].

Note: This article is based on publicly available information from the UK Charity Commission and the official website of BRIGHT SPARKS TRUST.

[1] https://www.brightsparkstrust.org [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-details/?regid=1196765&subid=0 [3] https://brightsparks.org/uk-charity/ [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/5188479/contact-information [5] https://www.brightsparkscic.org.uk/research