Act (african Child Trust)
African Child Trust (ACT) is working to relieve poverty among disadvantaged children and women-led households in Africa. We are educating children and orphans and empowering widows and women-in-need through training and income generation for sustainable livelihood to support their families. We are engaging UK youths in global citizenship awareness and international development experience.
Activities & Mission
African Child Trust (ACT) is working to relieve poverty among disadvantaged children and women-led households in Africa. We are educating children and orphans and empowering widows and women-in-need through training and income generation for sustainable livelihood to support their families. We are engaging UK youths in global citizenship awareness and international development experience.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £204,042 | £223,121 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £256,964 | £222,583 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £210,420 | £185,654 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2022 | £202,781 | £152,275 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £174,556 | £144,892 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Act (african Child Trust)
What does Act (african Child Trust) do?
African Child Trust (ACT) is working to relieve poverty among disadvantaged children and women-led households in Africa. We are educating children and orphans and empowering widows and women-in-need through training and income generation for sustainable livelihood to support their families. We are engaging UK youths in global citizenship awareness and international development experience.
How much income did Act (african Child Trust) report in 2025?
Act (african Child Trust) reported total income of £204k and reported expenditure of £223k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Act (african Child Trust) registered as a charity?
Act (african Child Trust) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 August 2014 as charity number 1158266. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Act (african Child Trust)?
Act (african Child Trust) is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is GWENNETH HOWES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Act (african Child Trust) operate?
Act (african Child Trust) operates across 9 areas, including Burkina Faso, Congo (Democratic Republic), Kenya and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Act (african Child Trust) a registered charity?
Yes — Act (african Child Trust) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158266.
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