Shift Portsmouth
Analysis
Shift Portsmouth is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Portsmouth. It was registered in November 2023, 3 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes and disability, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides services and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending November 2025, Shift Portsmouth reported income of £45k and spending of £36k, leaving 21% of income unspent that year. Across the 2 years on record, from November 2024 to November 2025, income grew from £44k to £45k (+4.0%), an average of +4.0% a year. Over the whole period it spent 80% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Shift Portsmouth sits at the 53rd percentile: it is larger than about 53% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 59th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Carlisle Christian Fellowship (£45k), Compass Community Arts (£46k) and Thompson Park Community Association (£45k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To focus on the relief of mental and emotional distress and addiction for every member of the public (P01-PO6) that identifies with this through:a. The use of advocacy and peer support including signposting to other organisations and services.b. Providing support and activities which develop skills, capacities and capabilities for each individual to participate in society.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Christian Fellowship | Carlisle | £45k |
| Compass Community Arts | East Sussex | £46k |
| Thompson Park Community Association | Sunderland | £45k |
| Friends of Springfield House | Warwickshire | £46k |