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We give gifts, treats and holidays, or as we call them “Sparkles' to Children with Cancer. This could mean they are in treatment, in remission or their family are bereaved. Applications come directly from families or via their Oncology Social Worker or Specialist Nurse. Applications are considered on an individual basis, dependent on need and recipients may be supported on more than one occasion, depending on circumstances. We liaise with the Nurses in Scotland during Christmas and Easter to deliver Sparkle Gift Bags to all the children who are in treatment, in Highland, Grampian and Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh. We spread awareness of Children’s Cancer and Sarcoma by having information on our Website, by signposting organisations for further information and …
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAbbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is a registered health nonprofit based in Duffus, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2018 and has been operating for 8 years. Its registration number is SC048189. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 51/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £120K in annual revenue.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)'s official registration number is SC048189, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 51 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is located in Duffus, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2018 and has been active for 8 years.
Based on official tax filings, Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) has £120K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of £1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is classified as a Health organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a SCIO. It has £120K in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
We give gifts, treats and holidays, or as we call them “Sparkles' to Children with Cancer. This could mean they are in treatment, in remission or their family are bereaved. Applications come directly from families or via their Oncology Social Worker or Specialist Nurse. Applications are considered on an individual basis, dependent on need and recipients may be supported on more than one occasion, depending on circumstances. We liaise with the Nurses in Scotland during Christmas and Easter to deliver Sparkle Gift Bags to all the children who are in treatment, in Highland, Grampian and Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh. We spread awareness of Children’s Cancer and Sarcoma by having information... Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is classified as a health organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2018.
Among health charities registered in United Kingdom: Its annual revenue of £120K is below the peer average of £1M.
You can verify Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
You can donate to Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) directly through its donation page (https://abbiessparklefoundation.org/donate/). UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is based in Duffus in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) was first registered in 2018, making it approximately 8 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Quick facts about Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)
- What is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)?
- Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) is a health scio based in Duffus, United Kingdom. We give gifts, treats and holidays, or as we call them “Sparkles' to Children with Cancer. This could mean they are in treatment, in remission or their family are bereaved. Applications come directly from families or via their Oncology Social Worker or Specialist Nurse. Applications are considered on an individual basis, dependent on need and recipients may be supported on more than one occasion, depending on circumstances. We liaise with the Nurses in Scotland during Christmas and Easter to deliver Sparkle Gift Bags to all the children who are in treatment, in Highland, Grampian and Dundee, Glasgow and Edinburgh. We spread awareness of Children’s Cancer and Sarcoma by having information on our Website, by signposting organisations for further information and support. We share information and tag relevant Children’s Cancer organisations on our Social Media platforms. We speak publicly about Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation and take part in specific awareness months. 'the advancement of health','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage' 4 The organisation’s purposes are: a. Abbie’s Sparkle Foundation’s vision: the relief of those in need by reason of ill health, due to Cancer. b. Who will benefit: Children in the UK between the age of 0 to 18 who have Cancer c. Mission, spell out what you will do to turn vision into reality: We support the physical and mental health of Children with Cancer, by providing gifts, treats and family holidays at Abbie's Sparkle Lodge. We will raise awareness of Childhood Cancer and Sarcoma, to help with early diagnosis which could save a life. d. The outcomes are the various ways our support helps children and the difference we make in their lives, it .... • Is far-reaching and long lasting • Brings happiness to children which in-turn supports families • Enables families to spend time together to create cherished magical memories • Can keep families together during treatment • Supports children to continue with schoolwork • Supports recovery and helps with building strength post-treatment • Provides distraction and fun during isolation • Helps children keep in-touch with their peers • Can give a child some normality during challenging times • Brings Abbie’s Sparkle into people’s lives, inspiring and motivating them • Raises awareness and could help with an early diagnosis, potentially saving lives
- When was Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) founded?
- Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) was founded in 2018.
- Where is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) located?
- Headquartered in Duffus, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)'s annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £100K-£1M.
- Is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) trustworthy?
- Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 51 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)'s registration number?
- Registration: SC048189 (United Kingdom).
- What is Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO)'s website?
- https://abbiessparklefoundation.org
- Are donations to Abbie's Sparkle Foundation (SCIO) tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.