The Desk & Chair Foundation
Also known as: The Meghjee Family Charitable Trust
The charityÔÇÖs objects and principal activities are:The advancement of education of any person in Tanzania, England and Wales or elsewhere; & the relief of financial hardship and the assistance of social welfare. The main objectives and activities for the year continued to focus upon the establishment of new wells by working in partnership with the local communities.
Activities & Mission
The charityÔÇÖs objects and principal activities are:The advancement of education of any person in Tanzania, England and Wales or elsewhere; & the relief of financial hardship and the assistance of social welfare. The main objectives and activities for the year continued to focus upon the establishment of new wells by working in partnership with the local communities.
Grants
The Desk & Chair Foundation makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £267,950
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, religious activities, amateur sport and economic or community development and employment
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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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 | £313,230 | £267,950 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £313,755 | £313,175 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £303,727 | £313,212 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2022 | £254,823 | £263,280 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £279,001 | £295,463 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Desk & Chair Foundation
What does The Desk & Chair Foundation do?
The charityÔÇÖs objects and principal activities are:The advancement of education of any person in Tanzania, England and Wales or elsewhere; & the relief of financial hardship and the assistance of social welfare. The main objectives and activities for the year continued to focus upon the establishment of new wells by working in partnership with the local communities.
How much income did The Desk & Chair Foundation report in 2025?
The Desk & Chair Foundation reported total income of £313k and reported expenditure of £268k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Desk & Chair Foundation registered as a charity?
The Desk & Chair Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 2004 as charity number 1103895. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs The Desk & Chair Foundation?
The Desk & Chair Foundation is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Desk & Chair Foundation operate?
The Desk & Chair Foundation operates in Tanzania, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Desk & Chair Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Desk & Chair Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1103895.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- The Meghjee Family Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated