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Lighthouse Community Projects

Country
Scotland
Charity number
SC046332
Status
Removed
Registered
Feb. 11, 2016
Removed
July 7, 2025
Legal form
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Address

Address
Lighthouse Community church
West Loan
Prestonpans
EH32 9NT

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the advancement of education','the advancement of religion','the advancement of citizenship or community development','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'

Mid-week Café: Operated by volunteers, the café offers a warm, welcoming space where individuals can connect, share a meal, and find companionship. Back-to-Work Support: Targeted sessions and resources to assist individuals in developing employment skills, improving their confidence, and overcoming barriers to employment. Food Pantry: Providing free food to individuals experiencing financial hardship, helping to alleviate poverty and food insecurity.

Beneficiaries: 'No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'

Objectives: The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of strengthening community relationships with the object of promoting citizenship and reducing isolation. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation, sports, the arts or other leisure-time occupation of individuals who need such facilities by reason of their youth, financial hardship or social circumstances, with the object of improving their conditions of life and developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals. 4.2 To advance education through the development of personal skills and the provision of guidance, coaching, mentoring and advice, including in matters relating to life-management issues, life skills, employability and confidence building. 4.3 To advance religion, specifically the Christian faith, primarily in East Lothian, and that by all means consistent with the Christian Bible, including worship, ministry, mission, witness, prayer, fellowship, networking and community service, including the support of individuals and families and other charitable organisations and agencies involved in any or all of these.

Geography

Main operating location
East Lothian
Geographical spread
Wider, but within one local authority area

Finances

Period end Income Expenditure
Dec. 31, 2024 - -