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Heartbeat Africa

Also known as: Amani Village of Hope (uk), Amanivh (uk)

Heartbeat Africa is a Christian charity with the primary goal of demonstrating the practical love of Christ to those in need, with a particular focus on East Africa. Our mission is to 'transform and empower' the lives of those who have often been forgotten or rejected by society.

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Activities & Mission

Heartbeat Africa is a Christian charity with the primary goal of demonstrating the practical love of Christ to those in need, with a particular focus on East Africa. Our mission is to 'transform and empower' the lives of those who have often been forgotten or rejected by society.

Grants

Heartbeat Africa is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Total spending (2026)
£29,616
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, accommodation or housing, religious activities 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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£28,945
Latest Expenditure
£29,616

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 102.3%
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
£28,945
£29,6160 / 2
2025
£27,554
£23,5130 / 1
2024
£17,283
£16,5580 / 5
2023
£16,724
£14,5550 / 5
2022
£15,816
£15,3500 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Heartbeat Africa

What does Heartbeat Africa do?

Heartbeat Africa is a Christian charity with the primary goal of demonstrating the practical love of Christ to those in need, with a particular focus on East Africa. Our mission is to 'transform and empower' the lives of those who have often been forgotten or rejected by society.

How much income did Heartbeat Africa report in 2026?

Heartbeat Africa reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Heartbeat Africa registered as a charity?

Heartbeat Africa was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 2015 as charity number 1164789. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Heartbeat Africa?

Heartbeat Africa is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROGER CHARLES SAUNDERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Heartbeat Africa operate?

Heartbeat Africa operates across 4 areas: Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Powys.

Is Heartbeat Africa a registered charity?

Yes — Heartbeat Africa is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164789.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 December 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5064469
Charity Number
1164789

Trustees

ROGER CHARLES SAUNDERS Chair
ALUN JONATHAN SIMS REES
JOHN DAVID SMITH
Also governs 2 other charities
Jonathan David Crosskey
Margaret Elizabeth Jones

Also Known As

  • Amani Village of Hope (uk)
  • Amanivh (uk)
  • Heartbeat Africa

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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