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Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust

Also known as: Step Trust UK

The Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust is a UK based charity raising funds for the Southern Tanzania Elephant Program (STEP), which is a conservation organisation based in Tanzania which promotes the protection of the African elephant and the habitats in which they live. Activities of STEP include monitoring and research, working with communities who live alongside elephants, education and advocacy.

Activities & Mission

The Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust is a UK based charity raising funds for the Southern Tanzania Elephant Program (STEP), which is a conservation organisation based in Tanzania which promotes the protection of the African elephant and the habitats in which they live. Activities of STEP include monitoring and research, working with communities who live alongside elephants, education and advocacy.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£37,456
Latest Expenditure
£51,913

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 138.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 138.6%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£37,456
£51,9130 / 0
2023
£52,679
£20,6880 / 0
2022
£32,910
£67,3700 / 0
2021
£47,029
£48,9710 / 0
2020
£59,399
£8,6680 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust

What does Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust do?

The Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust is a UK based charity raising funds for the Southern Tanzania Elephant Program (STEP), which is a conservation organisation based in Tanzania which promotes the protection of the African elephant and the habitats in which they live. Activities of STEP include monitoring and research, working with communities who live alongside elephants, education and advocacy.

How much income did Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust report in 2024?

Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £52k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust registered as a charity?

Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2018 as charity number 1179460. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust?

Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust operate?

Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust operates across 2 areas: Tanzania and England And Wales.

Is Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Southern Tanzania Elephant Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179460.

Details

Address
30 BARN ROAD
STIRLING
FK8 1EP
Registration Date
6 August 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5114854
Charity Number
1179460

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Trustees

Helen Pearson
Nat Comber
Nicholas Charles McWilliam

Also Known As

  • Step Trust UK

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