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Bitou Community Foundation Trust

Also known as: The Bitou Trust

The Bitou Trust is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged communities and advancing sustainable development and conservation within the Bitou region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Situated in the heart of the UNESCO Garden Route Biosphere Reserve, the Bitou municipal area covers 992 square kms within one of the most diverse biodiversity hot spots on the planet.

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Activities & Mission

The Bitou Trust is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged communities and advancing sustainable development and conservation within the Bitou region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Situated in the heart of the UNESCO Garden Route Biosphere Reserve, the Bitou municipal area covers 992 square kms within one of the most diverse biodiversity hot spots on the planet.

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
£343,589
Latest Expenditure
£332,085

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 96.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 96.7%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£343,589
£332,0850 / 4
2024
£271,827
£264,3950 / 6
2023
£254,000
£282,9000 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Bitou Community Foundation Trust

What does Bitou Community Foundation Trust do?

The Bitou Trust is dedicated to assisting disadvantaged communities and advancing sustainable development and conservation within the Bitou region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Situated in the heart of the UNESCO Garden Route Biosphere Reserve, the Bitou municipal area covers 992 square kms within one of the most diverse biodiversity hot spots on the planet.

How much income did Bitou Community Foundation Trust report in 2025?

Bitou Community Foundation Trust reported total income of £344k and reported expenditure of £332k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Bitou Community Foundation Trust registered as a charity?

Bitou Community Foundation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 May 2017 as charity number 1172847. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Bitou Community Foundation Trust?

Bitou Community Foundation Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANNABELLE CONYNGHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Bitou Community Foundation Trust operate?

Bitou Community Foundation Trust operates across 2 areas: South Africa and England And Wales.

Is Bitou Community Foundation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Bitou Community Foundation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172847.

Details

Address
30 Kings Lane
WINDLESHAM
Surrey
GU20 6JQ
Registration Date
3 May 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5097636
Charity Number
1172847

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Trustees

ANNABELLE CONYNGHAM Chair
JANE TAYLOR
Morkel Pienaar
Philippa Mary Sauvenier
PHILIPPA VAUGHAN

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Bitou Trust

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