Canon Collins Trust
Also known as: Canon Collins Educational Trust for Southern Africa, The Canon Collins Educational and Legal Assistance Trust
We provides educational opportunities for southern Africa through scholarships and community-based projects, building the skills and leadership required to facilitate development in the region, and using our networks to enable development practitioners from all over the region to share their knowledge. We aim in particular to improve access to education for disadvantaged groups.
Activities & Mission
We provides educational opportunities for southern Africa through scholarships and community-based projects, building the skills and leadership required to facilitate development in the region, and using our networks to enable development practitioners from all over the region to share their knowledge. We aim in particular to improve access to education for disadvantaged groups.
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 42% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Education 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 | £697,427 | £777,536 | £622,685 | £1,046,545 | £150,000 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £969,391 | £813,877 | £656,795 | £1,127,162 | £555,579 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,888,303 | £2,167,134 | £2,018,539 | £961,304 | £311,137 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,347,682 | £668,107 | £504,477 | £1,240,325 | £224,268 | 7 / 0 |
| 2020 | £823,479 | £895,146 | £823,593 | £546,506 | £121,755 | 8 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Canon Collins Trust
What does Canon Collins Trust do?
We provides educational opportunities for southern Africa through scholarships and community-based projects, building the skills and leadership required to facilitate development in the region, and using our networks to enable development practitioners from all over the region to share their knowledge. We aim in particular to improve access to education for disadvantaged groups.
How much income did Canon Collins Trust report in 2024?
Canon Collins Trust reported total income of £697k and reported expenditure of £778k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Canon Collins Trust?
Canon Collins Trust has a program ratio of 86.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Canon Collins Trust registered as a charity?
Canon Collins Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2004 as charity number 1102028. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Canon Collins Trust?
Canon Collins Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Canon Collins Trust operate?
Canon Collins Trust operates across 10 areas, including Angola, Botswana, Eswatini and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Canon Collins Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Canon Collins Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1102028.
Details
334 Kennington Lane
LONDON
SE11 5HY
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Also Known As
- Canon Collins Educational Trust for Southern Africa
- The Canon Collins Educational and Legal Assistance Trust
- Canon Collins Trust
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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