Ponies Help Children
- Country
- Scotland
- Charity number
- SC045855
- Status
- Active
- Reporting
- Up to date Last filed Sept. 21, 2026. Filing history
- Registered
- July 31, 2015
- Legal form
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Address
- Address
- Blairmains Farm
Harthill
Shotts
North Lanarkshire
ML7 5TJ
Contact
- Website
children.co.uk
Activities
'It carries out activities or services itself'
'the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended','the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage','the advancement of animal welfare'
Ponies Help Children was founded in 2015 by Moira Ireland and Heather Stephens. Our goal is to improve mental health and wellbeing by nurturing connections between people and rescued ponies. The ponies are not treated as tools: their care, safety and welfare sit at the foundation of the charity. Clients who visit us engage in hands-on, close contact with the ponies. Sessions are tailored to individual needs and can include grooming, lead work and meaningful quiet time that helps foster trust, emotional connection and life skills.
Beneficiaries: 'Children or young people'
Objectives: The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the objects are: 4.1 To relieve the suffering and distress, illness and discomfort of ponies and horses by providing sanctuary and resources to aid their recovery. 4.2 The relief of children and adults with mental and/or physical disability or who are experiencing emotional distress and disadvantage through the provision, or assistance in the provision of equine familiarisation, to provide a safe environment where the children/adults can experience new activities.
Geography
- Main operating location
- North Lanarkshire
- Geographical spread
- More than one local authority area in Scotland
Finances
| Period end | Filed | Income | Expenditure | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2026 | Sept. 21, 2026On time | £161,931 | £130,706 | 7 |
| March 31, 2025 | Sept. 9, 2025On time | £125,346 | £150,726 | 8 |
| March 31, 2024 | Dec. 10, 2024On time | £142,014 | £107,579 | 6 |
| March 31, 2023 | Dec. 13, 2023On time | £92,296 | £82,102 | - |
| March 31, 2022 | Nov. 24, 2022On time | £75,581 | £99,928 | 5 |
| March 31, 2021 | Feb. 28, 2022 | £132,100 | £127,402 | 4 |
Due dates are 9 months after the year end, OSCR's deadline, so they don't allow for any extension OSCR has granted.