The Gambian Pencil Project
Also known as: Friends of Faji -Kunda Nursery School, Roots Nursery School
Fundraising to provide funds to advance education for the children in The Gambia to relieve poverty by the provision of financial assistance: to parents to help them pay towards advancing the education of their children and to provide food assistance in local communities.Assist in providing fresh water to Gambian communities.
Activities & Mission
Fundraising to provide funds to advance education for the children in The Gambia to relieve poverty by the provision of financial assistance: to parents to help them pay towards advancing the education of their children and to provide food assistance in local communities.Assist in providing fresh water to Gambian communities.
Grants
The Gambian Pencil Project is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £32,848
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people of a particular ethnic or racial origin
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief, economic or community development and employment and other charitable purposes
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 | £32,373 | £32,848 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Gambian Pencil Project
What does The Gambian Pencil Project do?
Fundraising to provide funds to advance education for the children in The Gambia to relieve poverty by the provision of financial assistance: to parents to help them pay towards advancing the education of their children and to provide food assistance in local communities.Assist in providing fresh water to Gambian communities.
How much income did The Gambian Pencil Project report in 2025?
The Gambian Pencil Project reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £33k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Gambian Pencil Project registered as a charity?
The Gambian Pencil Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 September 2001 as charity number 1088420. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs The Gambian Pencil Project?
The Gambian Pencil Project 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 Gambian Pencil Project operate?
The Gambian Pencil Project operates in The Gambia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Gambian Pencil Project a registered charity?
Yes — The Gambian Pencil Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088420.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Friends of Faji -Kunda Nursery School
- Roots Nursery School
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated