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Bapu Foundation

To improve the lives of vulnerable and often overlooked older adults around the world by supporting trusted local organisations and community-based initiatives that advance wellbeing, care and security, social inclusion and belonging, purpose and dignity.

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Activities & Mission

To improve the lives of vulnerable and often overlooked older adults around the world by supporting trusted local organisations and community-based initiatives that advance wellbeing, care and security, social inclusion and belonging, purpose and dignity.

Grants

Bapu Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2026)
£12,772
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing and economic or community development and employment

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
£15,569
Latest Expenditure
£12,772

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 82.0%
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 2026.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£15,569
£12,7720 / 0
2025
£1,003
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bapu Foundation

What does Bapu Foundation do?

To improve the lives of vulnerable and often overlooked older adults around the world by supporting trusted local organisations and community-based initiatives that advance wellbeing, care and security, social inclusion and belonging, purpose and dignity.

How much income did Bapu Foundation report in 2026?

Bapu Foundation reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bapu Foundation registered as a charity?

Bapu Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 June 2024 as charity number 1208608. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs Bapu Foundation?

Bapu Foundation is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Annet Maria Eijkelkamp. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bapu Foundation operate?

Bapu Foundation operates across 4 areas: India, Kenya, Netherlands and England.

Is Bapu Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Bapu Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1208608.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
11 June 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5239376
Charity Number
1208608

Trustees

Annet Maria Eijkelkamp Chair
Surendra Patel

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
26 October 2026
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