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The Capacity Foundation

The Foundation operates in an area of 60 villages in rural north Malawi. It's objective is to create a sustainable model of self-development that will enable this community of 20,000 people to be independent of international aid with a few years. The main method is to help people start and grow small businesses, with part of the profit allocated to a Social Action Fund under community control.

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Activities & Mission

The Foundation operates in an area of 60 villages in rural north Malawi. It's objective is to create a sustainable model of self-development that will enable this community of 20,000 people to be independent of international aid with a few years. The main method is to help people start and grow small businesses, with part of the profit allocated to a Social Action Fund under community control.

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
£22,686
Latest Expenditure
£31,021

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 136.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 136.7%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£22,686
£31,0210 / 8
2024
£34,245
£26,0060 / 4
2023
£20,574
£26,2230 / 10
2022
£19,194
£17,2300 / 0
2021
£11,525
£4,1320 / 1

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Frequently asked questions about The Capacity Foundation

What does The Capacity Foundation do?

The Foundation operates in an area of 60 villages in rural north Malawi. It's objective is to create a sustainable model of self-development that will enable this community of 20,000 people to be independent of international aid with a few years. The main method is to help people start and grow small businesses, with part of the profit allocated to a Social Action Fund under community control.

How much income did The Capacity Foundation report in 2025?

The Capacity Foundation reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Capacity Foundation registered as a charity?

The Capacity Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 2017 as charity number 1171338. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs The Capacity Foundation?

The Capacity Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN MAUND. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Capacity Foundation operate?

The Capacity Foundation operates in Malawi, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Capacity Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Capacity Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171338.

Details

Address
BROOKLANDS COTTAGE
FFORDD Y BONT
PONTYBODKIN
MOLD
CH7 4TS
Registration Date
26 January 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5087685
Charity Number
1171338

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Trustees

STEPHEN MAUND Chair
Eric Bowers
George Maund
MARTINA SYMES
Sarah Pratt
Also governs 1 other charity

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