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Madwa Foundation

The Madwa Foundation helps rural artisans in southern Africa to build their own businesses using their craft skills. The aim of the charity is break the cycle of poverty the artisans find themselves in and to protect their unique craft heritage. All products are made using natural sustainable materials.

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Activities & Mission

The Madwa Foundation helps rural artisans in southern Africa to build their own businesses using their craft skills. The aim of the charity is break the cycle of poverty the artisans find themselves in and to protect their unique craft heritage. All products are made using natural sustainable materials.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£11,000
Latest Expenditure
£10,988

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 99.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 99.9%
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
£11,000
£10,9880 / 0
2023
£13,199
£8,7700 / 0
2022
£10,410
£24,2090 / 0
2021
£29,309
£30,3460 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Madwa Foundation

What does Madwa Foundation do?

The Madwa Foundation helps rural artisans in southern Africa to build their own businesses using their craft skills. The aim of the charity is break the cycle of poverty the artisans find themselves in and to protect their unique craft heritage. All products are made using natural sustainable materials.

How much income did Madwa Foundation report in 2025?

Madwa Foundation reported total income of £11k 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 Madwa Foundation registered as a charity?

Madwa Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 June 2015 as charity number 1162100. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Madwa Foundation?

Madwa 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 Madwa Foundation operate?

Madwa Foundation operates across 3 areas: Eswatini, Madagascar and South Africa.

Is Madwa Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Madwa Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162100.

Details

Address
1 ALEXANDER PLACE
LONDON
SW7 2SG
Registration Date
10 June 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5062263
Charity Number
1162100

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Trustees

BETHAN COBLEY
INCA PHILIPS
Kathy May Waddell
MICHAEL EDWARD JOHN PHELPS

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14 May 2026
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