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Smiles To Tanzania Charity

We operate on the Island of Ukerewe, Tanzania. Our main activity is raising funds to purchase school uniforms, exercise books, pens and pencils to enable orphaned and disadvantaged children the opportunity to attend school and gain an education. We fund the purchase of Solar Lights for homes that do not have electricity. In addition we operate a health Fund to enable sick children to receive help

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Activities & Mission

We operate on the Island of Ukerewe, Tanzania. Our main activity is raising funds to purchase school uniforms, exercise books, pens and pencils to enable orphaned and disadvantaged children the opportunity to attend school and gain an education. We fund the purchase of Solar Lights for homes that do not have electricity. In addition we operate a health Fund to enable sick children to receive help

Grants

Smiles To Tanzania Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£4,500
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and elderly people
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability 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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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 Information

Latest Income
£5,654
Latest Expenditure
£4,500

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 79.6%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£5,654
£4,5000 / 0
2024
£4,008
£2,0000 / 0
2023
£2,347
£3,6930 / 0
2022
£4,119
£1,5000 / 0
2021
£1,450
£1,7130 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Smiles To Tanzania Charity

What does Smiles To Tanzania Charity do?

We operate on the Island of Ukerewe, Tanzania. Our main activity is raising funds to purchase school uniforms, exercise books, pens and pencils to enable orphaned and disadvantaged children the opportunity to attend school and gain an education. We fund the purchase of Solar Lights for homes that do not have electricity. In addition we operate a health Fund to enable sick children to receive help

How much income did Smiles To Tanzania Charity report in 2025?

Smiles To Tanzania Charity reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Smiles To Tanzania Charity registered as a charity?

Smiles To Tanzania Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 January 2017 as charity number 1171029. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Smiles To Tanzania Charity?

Smiles To Tanzania Charity is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is DEREK WILLIAM EDWARDS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Smiles To Tanzania Charity operate?

Smiles To Tanzania Charity operates in Tanzania, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Smiles To Tanzania Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Smiles To Tanzania Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171029.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
9 January 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5087687
Charity Number
1171029

Trustees

DEREK WILLIAM EDWARDS Chair
DAVID CHAMBERS
DIANE MARGARET EDWARDS
James David Wild
STEWART DEREK EDWARDS

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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