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Action Udobo

To advance the education of disadvantaged children of pre-state school age attending the Udobo School, Montclair, Durban, South Africa through the provision of resources, educational materials, clothing and such goods as the Trustees may from time to time deem necessary through personal and corporate subscriptions, fundraising and grant applications to other charitable organisations.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of disadvantaged children of pre-state school age attending the Udobo School, Montclair, Durban, South Africa through the provision of resources, educational materials, clothing and such goods as the Trustees may from time to time deem necessary through personal and corporate subscriptions, fundraising and grant applications to other charitable organisations.

Grants

Action Udobo is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2024)
£8,773
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and other defined groups
What it supports
education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,499
Latest Expenditure
£8,773

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 135.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£12,456
£8,7870 / 0
2023
£13,190
£18,1900 / 0
2022
£13,493
£12,7540 / 0
2021
£16,280
£12,4820 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Action Udobo

What does Action Udobo do?

To advance the education of disadvantaged children of pre-state school age attending the Udobo School, Montclair, Durban, South Africa through the provision of resources, educational materials, clothing and such goods as the Trustees may from time to time deem necessary through personal and corporate subscriptions, fundraising and grant applications to other charitable organisations.

How much income did Action Udobo report in 2024?

Action Udobo reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Action Udobo registered as a charity?

Action Udobo was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 November 2010 as charity number 1138863. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Action Udobo?

Action Udobo is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN WILLIAM SHARMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Action Udobo operate?

Action Udobo operates across 2 areas: South Africa and England And Wales.

Is Action Udobo a registered charity?

Yes — Action Udobo is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1138863.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
8 November 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4050697
Charity Number
1138863

Trustees

JOHN WILLIAM SHARMAN Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Caroline Howard
Also governs 1 other charity
David Frank Latter MA
Also governs 1 other charity

Data & trust

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