The Donald Mackay Trust
The charity supports the work of churches in the UK and East Africa, including the Training for Life programme for young people in Tanzania. It also assist with the university education of Tanzanians whon cannot afford it. It supports job creation through Equity for Africa. Various other donations are made to UK and international charities.
Activities & Mission
The charity supports the work of churches in the UK and East Africa, including the Training for Life programme for young people in Tanzania. It also assist with the university education of Tanzanians whon cannot afford it. It supports job creation through Equity for Africa. Various other donations are made to UK and international charities.
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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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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 | £89,244 | £86,967 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £66,527 | £71,548 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £77,493 | £65,848 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £48,000 | £52,174 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £48,733 | £44,204 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Donald Mackay Trust
What does The Donald Mackay Trust do?
The charity supports the work of churches in the UK and East Africa, including the Training for Life programme for young people in Tanzania. It also assist with the university education of Tanzanians whon cannot afford it. It supports job creation through Equity for Africa. Various other donations are made to UK and international charities.
How much income did The Donald Mackay Trust report in 2025?
The Donald Mackay Trust reported total income of £89k and reported expenditure of £87k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Donald Mackay Trust registered as a charity?
The Donald Mackay Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 1987 as charity number 298083. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Donald Mackay Trust?
The Donald Mackay 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 The Donald Mackay Trust operate?
The Donald Mackay Trust operates across 9 areas, including Burundi, Congo (Democratic Republic), Kenya and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Donald Mackay Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Donald Mackay Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298083.
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KEELE
NEWCASTLE
ST5 5AN
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