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Education For Democracy In South Africa

Also known as: E D S a, Edsa

For the advancement of education and relief of poverty of disadvantaged students (children and young people) in South Africa. EDSA is a fundraising organisation based in the UK working to provide support to impoverished children and young people in and around the township known as Smitsville in the Overberg, Western Cape.

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Activities & Mission

For the advancement of education and relief of poverty of disadvantaged students (children and young people) in South Africa. EDSA is a fundraising organisation based in the UK working to provide support to impoverished children and young people in and around the township known as Smitsville in the Overberg, Western Cape.

Grants

Education For Democracy In South Africa is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2026)
£17,376
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and recreation

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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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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£20,953
Latest Expenditure
£17,376

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 82.9%
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 2026.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2026
£20,953
£17,3760 / 8
2025
£12,533
£8,5640 / 5
2024
£20,058
£21,6260 / 5
2023
£33,475
£41,0620 / 5
2022
£19,675
£25,9910 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Education For Democracy In South Africa

What does Education For Democracy In South Africa do?

For the advancement of education and relief of poverty of disadvantaged students (children and young people) in South Africa. EDSA is a fundraising organisation based in the UK working to provide support to impoverished children and young people in and around the township known as Smitsville in the Overberg, Western Cape.

How much income did Education For Democracy In South Africa report in 2026?

Education For Democracy In South Africa reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Education For Democracy In South Africa registered as a charity?

Education For Democracy In South Africa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 August 1991 as charity number 1003795. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Education For Democracy In South Africa?

Education For Democracy In South Africa is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANN BROWN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Education For Democracy In South Africa operate?

Education For Democracy In South Africa operates across 2 areas: South Africa and Oxfordshire.

Is Education For Democracy In South Africa a registered charity?

Yes — Education For Democracy In South Africa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1003795.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
8 August 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1003795
Charity Number
1003795

Trustees

ANN BROWN Chair
JUDY BROWN
PROF. GARY LOCK PHD

Also Known As

  • E D S a
  • Edsa

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
19 October 2026
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