Children Of Watamu
Also known as: Working for the Children of Watamu
Education/Training. Relief of poverty.The main aim of the charity is to maintain the Happy House Project. It is a home for children, many of whom have been orphaned, neglected, beaten, abandoned and abused in many ways. The charity provides for these children kindergarten and primary education at Sue Hayward's Happy House School and secondary education at local high schools
Activities & Mission
Education/Training. Relief of poverty.The main aim of the charity is to maintain the Happy House Project. It is a home for children, many of whom have been orphaned, neglected, beaten, abandoned and abused in many ways. The charity provides for these children kindergarten and primary education at Sue Hayward's Happy House School and secondary education at local high schools
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
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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 | £165,088 | £85,169 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £120,234 | £81,538 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £153,123 | £158,903 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £161,972 | £168,924 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2020 | £160,009 | £155,901 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Children Of Watamu
What does Children Of Watamu do?
Education/Training. Relief of poverty.The main aim of the charity is to maintain the Happy House Project. It is a home for children, many of whom have been orphaned, neglected, beaten, abandoned and abused in many ways. The charity provides for these children kindergarten and primary education at Sue Hayward's Happy House School and secondary education at local high schools
How much income did Children Of Watamu report in 2024?
Children Of Watamu reported total income of £165k and reported expenditure of £85k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Children Of Watamu registered as a charity?
Children Of Watamu was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 2003 as charity number 1098731. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Children Of Watamu?
Children Of Watamu is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID HAYWARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Children Of Watamu operate?
Children Of Watamu operates across 3 areas: Kenya, Blackpool and Lancashire.
Is Children Of Watamu a registered charity?
Yes — Children Of Watamu is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098731.
Details
Denchworth
WANTAGE
Oxfordshire
OX12 0EZ
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