Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust
KWEST provides libraries, children's books, literacy resources and supported reading to children in Watamu, Kenya to children who are severely socially and economically disadvantaged. We daily take books into local schools for a dedicated literacy lesson. We also work with other local agencies to promote environmental conservation education in this area.
Activities & Mission
KWEST provides libraries, children's books, literacy resources and supported reading to children in Watamu, Kenya to children who are severely socially and economically disadvantaged. We daily take books into local schools for a dedicated literacy lesson. We also work with other local agencies to promote environmental conservation education in this area.
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £20,391 | £10,806 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2024 | £12,211 | £10,749 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £9,171 | £7,575 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust
What does Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust do?
KWEST provides libraries, children's books, literacy resources and supported reading to children in Watamu, Kenya to children who are severely socially and economically disadvantaged. We daily take books into local schools for a dedicated literacy lesson. We also work with other local agencies to promote environmental conservation education in this area.
How much income did Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust report in 2025?
Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £11k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust registered as a charity?
Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 February 2022 as charity number 1197987. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust?
Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lesley Churm. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust operate?
Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust operates in Kenya, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Kwest Kenya Watamu Educational Support Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197987.
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