Dira Foundation
Dira's activities involve providing funding, through the means of individual sponsorships, grants, bursaries or otherwise, to allow children in and from Tanzania to have access to and continue their education at primary, secondary or university level and providing text books and other equipment, travel and any other necessities to assist children in receiving an education.
Activities & Mission
Dira's activities involve providing funding, through the means of individual sponsorships, grants, bursaries or otherwise, to allow children in and from Tanzania to have access to and continue their education at primary, secondary or university level and providing text books and other equipment, travel and any other necessities to assist children in receiving an education.
Grants
Dira Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2022)
- £3,769
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty
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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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | £10,076 | £7,056 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £12,881 | £13,978 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dira Foundation
What does Dira Foundation do?
Dira's activities involve providing funding, through the means of individual sponsorships, grants, bursaries or otherwise, to allow children in and from Tanzania to have access to and continue their education at primary, secondary or university level and providing text books and other equipment, travel and any other necessities to assist children in receiving an education.
How much income did Dira Foundation report in 2022?
Dira Foundation reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dira Foundation registered as a charity?
Dira Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 2013 as charity number 1154631. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Dira Foundation?
Dira Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is PHILOMENA ANNE CLANCY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dira Foundation operate?
Dira Foundation operates in Tanzania, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dira Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Dira Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154631.
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- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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