Opportunity Through Education
The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.
Activities & Mission
The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.
Grants
Opportunity Through Education is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £53,420
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £55,938 | £53,420 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £72,590 | £71,273 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £68,895 | £69,052 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £69,796 | £68,549 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £32,487 | £32,909 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Opportunity Through Education
What does Opportunity Through Education do?
The trustees believe that the provision of education is one very practical way to help people out of poverty and into a worthwhile and sustainable life. The main areas in which the charity operates are Tanzania and Uganda. The charity works with disadvantaged children from a variety of backgrounds including orphans and deaf children.
How much income did Opportunity Through Education report in 2025?
Opportunity Through Education reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Opportunity Through Education registered as a charity?
Opportunity Through Education was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 2018 as charity number 1179046. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Opportunity Through Education?
Opportunity Through Education is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Keith Lion BSC FIA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Opportunity Through Education operate?
Opportunity Through Education operates across 3 areas: Tanzania, Uganda and England And Wales.
Is Opportunity Through Education a registered charity?
Yes — Opportunity Through Education is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179046.
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- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated