Robertson Outdoor Bursary
Also known as: Rob
ROB is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the economic lives and welfare of porters, guides and support staff working on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. By funding places on occupational education programmes and training that would otherwise be beyond their reach ROB helps them advance their careers in ways that transforms their lives and that of their families and communities.
Activities & Mission
ROB is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the economic lives and welfare of porters, guides and support staff working on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. By funding places on occupational education programmes and training that would otherwise be beyond their reach ROB helps them advance their careers in ways that transforms their lives and that of their families and communities.
Grants
Robertson Outdoor Bursary is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £3,461
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £4,099 | £3,461 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £7,190 | £7,550 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2023 | £3,299 | £2,726 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2022 | £5,455 | £3,577 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £5,505 | £3,625 | 0 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Robertson Outdoor Bursary
What does Robertson Outdoor Bursary do?
ROB is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the economic lives and welfare of porters, guides and support staff working on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. By funding places on occupational education programmes and training that would otherwise be beyond their reach ROB helps them advance their careers in ways that transforms their lives and that of their families and communities.
How much income did Robertson Outdoor Bursary report in 2025?
Robertson Outdoor Bursary reported total income of £4k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Robertson Outdoor Bursary registered as a charity?
Robertson Outdoor Bursary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 2014 as charity number 1156739. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Robertson Outdoor Bursary?
Robertson Outdoor Bursary is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is YVONNE DOROTHY ROBERTSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Robertson Outdoor Bursary operate?
Robertson Outdoor Bursary operates across 2 areas: France and Tanzania.
Is Robertson Outdoor Bursary a registered charity?
Yes — Robertson Outdoor Bursary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156739.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- Rob
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated