Knowledge Is Light Foundation
THE ASSISTANCE IN THE PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES, SUCH AS SCHOOLS, NURSERIES AND TRAINING CENTRES, AND THE PROVISION OF SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SAID PERSONS;TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, DISTRESS AND SUFFERING AMONG POOR PEOPLE OTHER PEOPLE IN NEED BY MEANS OF, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, MAKING GRANTS OR LOANS FOR PROVIDING OR PAYING FOR ITEMS, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES
Activities & Mission
THE ASSISTANCE IN THE PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES, SUCH AS SCHOOLS, NURSERIES AND TRAINING CENTRES, AND THE PROVISION OF SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SAID PERSONS;TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, DISTRESS AND SUFFERING AMONG POOR PEOPLE OTHER PEOPLE IN NEED BY MEANS OF, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, MAKING GRANTS OR LOANS FOR PROVIDING OR PAYING FOR ITEMS, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES
Grants
Knowledge Is Light Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £334,698
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and disability
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £323,560 | £334,698 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £322,174 | £318,674 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £389,148 | £361,840 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £321,313 | £314,969 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £90,396 | £83,984 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Knowledge Is Light Foundation
What does Knowledge Is Light Foundation do?
THE ASSISTANCE IN THE PROVISION OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES, SUCH AS SCHOOLS, NURSERIES AND TRAINING CENTRES, AND THE PROVISION OF SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SAID PERSONS;TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP, DISTRESS AND SUFFERING AMONG POOR PEOPLE OTHER PEOPLE IN NEED BY MEANS OF, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, MAKING GRANTS OR LOANS FOR PROVIDING OR PAYING FOR ITEMS, EQUIPMENT, SERVICES
How much income did Knowledge Is Light Foundation report in 2025?
Knowledge Is Light Foundation reported total income of £324k and reported expenditure of £335k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Knowledge Is Light Foundation registered as a charity?
Knowledge Is Light Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 2017 as charity number 1175162. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Knowledge Is Light Foundation?
Knowledge Is Light Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Knowledge Is Light Foundation operate?
Knowledge Is Light Foundation operates across 2 areas: Malawi and England.
Is Knowledge Is Light Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Knowledge Is Light Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1175162.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated