Sponsor A Gambian Child
The principle activity of the charity is the furthering of education in The Republic of the Gambia through the sponsorship of primary and secondary school age children.
Activities & Mission
The principle activity of the charity is the furthering of education in The Republic of the Gambia through the sponsorship of primary and secondary school age children.
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
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £76,630 | £59,762 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £61,193 | £63,752 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £67,884 | £73,167 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £80,814 | £72,662 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £86,107 | £91,282 | 0 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sponsor A Gambian Child
What does Sponsor A Gambian Child do?
The principle activity of the charity is the furthering of education in The Republic of the Gambia through the sponsorship of primary and secondary school age children.
How much income did Sponsor A Gambian Child report in 2025?
Sponsor A Gambian Child reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sponsor A Gambian Child registered as a charity?
Sponsor A Gambian Child was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 2010 as charity number 1135446. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Sponsor A Gambian Child?
Sponsor A Gambian Child is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is CAROL MARGARET KENDALL-SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sponsor A Gambian Child operate?
Sponsor A Gambian Child operates across 2 areas: The Gambia and Oxfordshire.
Is Sponsor A Gambian Child a registered charity?
Yes — Sponsor A Gambian Child is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1135446.
Details
Wheathampstead
ST. ALBANS
Hertfordshire
AL4 8JN
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