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Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link

Also known as: Hslfl

The Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link was founded in 2003 to help Hastings SL to recover from the devastation it suffered during the Rebel War, and to build a relationship between Hastings UK and Hastings SL. The Link carries out regeneration projects in the village; supports links between community groups and schools; and plans projects in the areas of health and economic regeneration.

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Activities & Mission

The Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link was founded in 2003 to help Hastings SL to recover from the devastation it suffered during the Rebel War, and to build a relationship between Hastings UK and Hastings SL. The Link carries out regeneration projects in the village; supports links between community groups and schools; and plans projects in the areas of health and economic regeneration.

Grants

Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£16,005
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other defined groups and the general public
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science, amateur sport and economic or community development and employment

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
£22,945
Latest Expenditure
£16,005

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 69.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£22,945
£16,0050 / 20
2024
£14,065
£13,0230 / 15
2023
£16,155
£9,2660 / 20
2022
£13,063
£7,4170 / 15
2021
£12,540
£30,7430 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link

What does Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link do?

The Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link was founded in 2003 to help Hastings SL to recover from the devastation it suffered during the Rebel War, and to build a relationship between Hastings UK and Hastings SL. The Link carries out regeneration projects in the village; supports links between community groups and schools; and plans projects in the areas of health and economic regeneration.

How much income did Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link report in 2025?

Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £16k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link registered as a charity?

Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 2008 as charity number 1127137. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link?

Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Graham Homewood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link operate?

Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link operates across 2 areas: Sierra Leone and East Sussex.

Is Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link a registered charity?

Yes — Hastings Sierra Leone Friendship Link is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127137.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
10 December 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5000571
Charity Number
1127137

Trustees

Richard Graham Homewood Chair
Alex Charles Frear
Christine Boulton-Lane
DEREK TOMBLIN
Isabel Hodger
Jason Morton
Also governs 1 other charity
Kevin Lewis Leslie Arthur Boorman
Lynn Elizabeth White
Also governs 1 other charity
Martin John Copland
ROBIN GRAY MA
Roger James MITCHELL
Also governs 2 other charities

Also Known As

  • Hslfl

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