Givedirectly UK
The Trust aims to relieve poverty by providing financial assistance directly to the extreme poor and allowing them to choose where they invest.The Trust collects donations and make grants to direct financial assistance programs in Kenya and Uganda implemented on the ground by its partner GiveDirectly, Inc., a US non-profit organisation.
Activities & Mission
The Trust aims to relieve poverty by providing financial assistance directly to the extreme poor and allowing them to choose where they invest.The Trust collects donations and make grants to direct financial assistance programs in Kenya and Uganda implemented on the ground by its partner GiveDirectly, Inc., a US non-profit organisation.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 82% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 57% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £3,717,608 | £4,013,288 | £3,956,351 | £869,474 | £869,474 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,688,157 | £3,445,642 | £3,395,700 | £1,165,154 | £1,165,154 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,634,209 | £2,455,887 | £2,420,000 | £922,639 | £922,639 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,952,682 | £2,738,670 | £2,714,851 | £744,317 | £744,317 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £2,077,926 | £2,176,241 | £2,155,194 | £530,305 | £530,305 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Givedirectly UK
What does Givedirectly UK do?
The Trust aims to relieve poverty by providing financial assistance directly to the extreme poor and allowing them to choose where they invest.The Trust collects donations and make grants to direct financial assistance programs in Kenya and Uganda implemented on the ground by its partner GiveDirectly, Inc., a US non-profit organisation.
How much income did Givedirectly UK report in 2024?
Givedirectly UK reported total income of £3.72m and reported expenditure of £4.01m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Givedirectly UK?
Givedirectly UK has a program ratio of 106.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Givedirectly UK registered as a charity?
Givedirectly UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 2016 as charity number 1167938. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Givedirectly UK?
Givedirectly UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOSHUA FREEDMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Givedirectly UK operate?
Givedirectly UK operates across 5 areas, including Kenya, Liberia, Malawi and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Givedirectly UK a registered charity?
Yes — Givedirectly UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167938.
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