See Ability First International
Also known as: Neema Crafts Workshop, Neema Crafts
To relieve the financial hardship or other charitable needs of people with disabilities in Tanzania and East Africa to enable them to obtain training in appropriate skills by such means as the trustees determine from time to time, providing they are recognised as charitable according to the charitable law of England and Wales. Formerly Neema Crafts Workshop UK
Activities & Mission
To relieve the financial hardship or other charitable needs of people with disabilities in Tanzania and East Africa to enable them to obtain training in appropriate skills by such means as the trustees determine from time to time, providing they are recognised as charitable according to the charitable law of England and Wales. Formerly Neema Crafts Workshop UK
Grants
See Ability First International is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £81,981
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- people with disabilities
- What it supports
- education and training, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty
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Financial Information
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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 | £89,724 | £81,981 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £31,692 | £77,585 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £57,572 | £60,536 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2022 | £12,981 | £46,546 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £17,475 | £63,940 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about See Ability First International
What does See Ability First International do?
To relieve the financial hardship or other charitable needs of people with disabilities in Tanzania and East Africa to enable them to obtain training in appropriate skills by such means as the trustees determine from time to time, providing they are recognised as charitable according to the charitable law of England and Wales. Formerly Neema Crafts Workshop UK
How much income did See Ability First International report in 2025?
See Ability First International reported total income of £90k and reported expenditure of £82k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was See Ability First International registered as a charity?
See Ability First International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 December 2006 as charity number 1117305. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs See Ability First International?
See Ability First International is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES MICHAEL BARRY AUSTIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does See Ability First International operate?
See Ability First International operates in Tanzania, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is See Ability First International a registered charity?
Yes — See Ability First International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117305.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 3 other charities
Also Known As
- Neema Crafts Workshop
- Neema Crafts
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated