Breadline Africa
For more than 30 years, Breadline Africa has worked alongside communities and partners to improve early childhood development across South Africa, building safe classrooms, kitchens, libraries and replacing dangerous pit toilets in schools. It's about unlocking potential, restoring dignity and opening doors for children to grow into the leaders, teachers and changemakers of tomorrow.
Activities & Mission
For more than 30 years, Breadline Africa has worked alongside communities and partners to improve early childhood development across South Africa, building safe classrooms, kitchens, libraries and replacing dangerous pit toilets in schools. It's about unlocking potential, restoring dignity and opening doors for children to grow into the leaders, teachers and changemakers of tomorrow.
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
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 | £572,908 | £572,908 | £561,096 | £35,000 | £35,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £855,921 | £843,921 | £826,650 | £35,000 | £35,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £771,045 | £771,045 | £758,082 | £35,000 | £35,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,050,841 | £1,050,841 | £1,033,092 | £23,000 | £23,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £960,277 | £1,442,585 | £1,427,866 | £23,000 | £23,000 | 4 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Breadline Africa
What does Breadline Africa do?
For more than 30 years, Breadline Africa has worked alongside communities and partners to improve early childhood development across South Africa, building safe classrooms, kitchens, libraries and replacing dangerous pit toilets in schools. It's about unlocking potential, restoring dignity and opening doors for children to grow into the leaders, teachers and changemakers of tomorrow.
How much income did Breadline Africa report in 2024?
Breadline Africa reported total income of £573k and reported expenditure of £573k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Breadline Africa?
Breadline Africa has a program ratio of 97.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Breadline Africa registered as a charity?
Breadline Africa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 May 1999 as charity number 1075525. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Breadline Africa?
Breadline Africa is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Breadline Africa operate?
Breadline Africa operates in South Africa, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Breadline Africa a registered charity?
Yes — Breadline Africa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075525.
Details
Claydon Court
Old Ipswich Road
Claydon
IPSWICH
IP6 0AE
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