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Hippo Pools Trust

Also known as: Ambuya Foundation

'People & Wildlife in Harmony'We work in partnership with subsistence farmers in the Umfurudzi area of Zimbabwe, creating wildlife reserves on leased communal land. At the same time we lift their standards of living through education, health, infrastructure and employment.

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Activities & Mission

'People & Wildlife in Harmony'We work in partnership with subsistence farmers in the Umfurudzi area of Zimbabwe, creating wildlife reserves on leased communal land. At the same time we lift their standards of living through education, health, infrastructure and employment.

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
£35,238
Latest Expenditure
£192,537

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 546.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 546.4%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£35,238
£192,5370 / 0
2023
£255,184
£174,3460 / 0
2022
£252,987
£175,0840 / 0
2021
£165,938
£262,6000 / 0
2020
£199,614
£331,1020 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hippo Pools Trust

What does Hippo Pools Trust do?

'People & Wildlife in Harmony'We work in partnership with subsistence farmers in the Umfurudzi area of Zimbabwe, creating wildlife reserves on leased communal land. At the same time we lift their standards of living through education, health, infrastructure and employment.

How much income did Hippo Pools Trust report in 2024?

Hippo Pools Trust reported total income of £35k and reported expenditure of £193k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hippo Pools Trust registered as a charity?

Hippo Pools Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2011 as charity number 1141004. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Hippo Pools Trust?

Hippo Pools Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE HON SALLY JANE PLUMMER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hippo Pools Trust operate?

Hippo Pools Trust operates in Zimbabwe, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hippo Pools Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Hippo Pools Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141004.

Details

Address
HILLTOP
MIDFORD LANE
LIMPLEY STOKE
BATH
BA2 7GR
Registration Date
17 March 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5015104
Charity Number
1141004

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Trustees

THE HON SALLY JANE PLUMMER Chair
David Vladimir Rockingham-Gill
HEATHER SUZANNE KINGSLEY-HEATH
RICHARD FOX LOWE
TANA TIPPING
VICTORIA TRINETTE MCHUGH

Also Known As

  • Ambuya Foundation
  • Hippo Pools Trust

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