The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust
To help children and young people disadvantaged through poverty, disability or otherwise vulnerable, in partnership with locally-managed centres in Africa and India. We also support well-prepared volunteers to offer practical help, skill-sharing and friendship.
Activities & Mission
To help children and young people disadvantaged through poverty, disability or otherwise vulnerable, in partnership with locally-managed centres in Africa and India. We also support well-prepared volunteers to offer practical help, skill-sharing and friendship.
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.
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £244,914 | £245,655 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2023 | £309,057 | £226,604 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £295,310 | £225,228 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2021 | £205,110 | £182,436 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2020 | £205,993 | £188,685 | 0 / 33 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust
What does The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust do?
To help children and young people disadvantaged through poverty, disability or otherwise vulnerable, in partnership with locally-managed centres in Africa and India. We also support well-prepared volunteers to offer practical help, skill-sharing and friendship.
How much income did The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust report in 2024?
The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust reported total income of £245k and reported expenditure of £246k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 May 2003 as charity number 1097626. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust?
The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Heidi Marie Sydor. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust operate?
The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust operates across 6 areas, including Benin, India, Kenya and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Hands Around The World Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097626.
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Gwent
NP25 3BX
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