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Seed Sowers Trust

Christian based charity meeting needs of poor of any religion or noneFinancial/practical support to orphans/poor children. Drilling fresh water boreholes in rural villages using simpler and more economic technology, training local people.In 2014 training young people borehole technique. Initiation crop irrigation system for income generating project.

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Activities & Mission

Christian based charity meeting needs of poor of any religion or noneFinancial/practical support to orphans/poor children. Drilling fresh water boreholes in rural villages using simpler and more economic technology, training local people.In 2014 training young people borehole technique. Initiation crop irrigation system for income generating project.

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.

Country

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£20,512
Latest Expenditure
£22,573

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 110.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 110.0%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£20,512
£22,5730 / 2
2023
£24,760
£21,5400 / 1
2022
£25,307
£31,9700 / 2
2021
£11,756
£13,5700 / 1
2020
£16,936
£15,7040 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Seed Sowers Trust

What does Seed Sowers Trust do?

Christian based charity meeting needs of poor of any religion or noneFinancial/practical support to orphans/poor children. Drilling fresh water boreholes in rural villages using simpler and more economic technology, training local people.In 2014 training young people borehole technique. Initiation crop irrigation system for income generating project.

How much income did Seed Sowers Trust report in 2024?

Seed Sowers Trust reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £23k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Seed Sowers Trust registered as a charity?

Seed Sowers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 February 2001 as charity number 1084847. It has been registered for 25 years.

Who runs Seed Sowers Trust?

Seed Sowers Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL ANSELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Seed Sowers Trust operate?

Seed Sowers Trust operates across 2 areas: Malawi and Devon.

Is Seed Sowers Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Seed Sowers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1084847.

Details

Address
5 Oaklands Road
Buckfastleigh
TQ11 0BL
Registration Date
1 February 2001
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3978664
Charity Number
1084847

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Trustees

MICHAEL ANSELL Chair
ADRIAN JOHN DAWE
Christopher John Beaufort Murray
Also governs 1 other charity
DENIS WOOD
Sally Anne Scott

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