Merky Foundation Limited
A UK Foundation committed to fighting racial inequalities, justice reform, discrimination, employment and social inclusion within the black community. To protect, promote and strengthen the social, economic, educational and political capital of black people. Advancing self-empowerment, liberation and well being by provisions including bursaries primarily, but not exclusively, Cambridge University.
Activities & Mission
A UK Foundation committed to fighting racial inequalities, justice reform, discrimination, employment and social inclusion within the black community. To protect, promote and strengthen the social, economic, educational and political capital of black people. Advancing self-empowerment, liberation and well being by provisions including bursaries primarily, but not exclusively, Cambridge University.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 46% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £872,450 | £846,212 | £778,590 | £67,712 | £50,712 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £968,652 | £974,429 | £791,000 | £41,474 | £41,474 | 0 / 3 |
| 2022 | £816,404 | £860,811 | £845,062 | £47,251 | £27,251 | 0 / 2 |
| 2021 | £760,958 | £666,636 | £642,086 | £91,658 | £91,658 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £140,250 | £141,486 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Merky Foundation Limited
What does Merky Foundation Limited do?
A UK Foundation committed to fighting racial inequalities, justice reform, discrimination, employment and social inclusion within the black community. To protect, promote and strengthen the social, economic, educational and political capital of black people. Advancing self-empowerment, liberation and well being by provisions including bursaries primarily, but not exclusively, Cambridge University.
How much income did Merky Foundation Limited report in 2024?
Merky Foundation Limited reported total income of £872k and reported expenditure of £846k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Merky Foundation Limited?
Merky Foundation Limited has a program ratio of 89.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 46% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Merky Foundation Limited registered as a charity?
Merky Foundation Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 2019 as charity number 1186891. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Merky Foundation Limited?
Merky Foundation Limited is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Owuo. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Merky Foundation Limited operate?
Merky Foundation Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Merky Foundation Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Merky Foundation Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186891.
Details
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Elsley Court
20-22 Great Titchfield Street
London
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