African Gifted Foundation
To advance education, including (without limitation) by identifying, teaching mentoring and developing highly gifted African children and young people and advancing the education of the gifted generally. The aim is to set a benchmark for gifted education and deliver high quality gifted educational opportunities in cooperation with leading African universities and international partners.
Activities & Mission
To advance education, including (without limitation) by identifying, teaching mentoring and developing highly gifted African children and young people and advancing the education of the gifted generally. The aim is to set a benchmark for gifted education and deliver high quality gifted educational opportunities in cooperation with leading African universities and international partners.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £934,157 | £649,815 | £649,815 | £416,342 | £141,459 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £750,485 | £706,220 | £677,839 | £132,000 | £0 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £719,847 | £854,437 | £845,646 | £87,734 | £0 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £433,809 | £384,028 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £224,402 | £194,308 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about African Gifted Foundation
What does African Gifted Foundation do?
To advance education, including (without limitation) by identifying, teaching mentoring and developing highly gifted African children and young people and advancing the education of the gifted generally. The aim is to set a benchmark for gifted education and deliver high quality gifted educational opportunities in cooperation with leading African universities and international partners.
How much income did African Gifted Foundation report in 2024?
African Gifted Foundation reported total income of £934k and reported expenditure of £650k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was African Gifted Foundation registered as a charity?
African Gifted Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 January 2010 as charity number 1133900. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs African Gifted Foundation?
African Gifted Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Thomas Segun Ilube CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does African Gifted Foundation operate?
African Gifted Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Botswana, Ghana, Nigeria and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is African Gifted Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — African Gifted Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133900.
Details
8 Bishopsgate,
London
EC2N 4BQ
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