The Old Dart Foundation
Alleviate poverty primarily in Peru and Papua New Guinea but also the Philippines, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile by supporting initiatives to improve health, literacy and education amongst impoverished women and children and other young people generally.It is also the intention to support efforts to create employment opportunities in impoverished communities as well as health and education initiatives
Activities & Mission
Alleviate poverty primarily in Peru and Papua New Guinea but also the Philippines, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile by supporting initiatives to improve health, literacy and education amongst impoverished women and children and other young people generally.It is also the intention to support efforts to create employment opportunities in impoverished communities as well as health and education initiatives
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £2,694,128 | £15,195,882 | £13,506,990 | £41,617,607 | £41,617,607 | 7 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,359,761 | £15,274,959 | £13,403,651 | £50,076,817 | £50,076,815 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,323,159 | £7,851,438 | £6,299,367 | £65,264,839 | £65,297,111 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,541,184 | £11,634,591 | £10,326,812 | £66,535,295 | £66,535,295 | 5 / 0 |
| 2020 | £2,901,095 | £8,339,460 | £6,157,069 | £67,449,678 | £67,449,678 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Old Dart Foundation
What does The Old Dart Foundation do?
Alleviate poverty primarily in Peru and Papua New Guinea but also the Philippines, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile by supporting initiatives to improve health, literacy and education amongst impoverished women and children and other young people generally.It is also the intention to support efforts to create employment opportunities in impoverished communities as well as health and education initiatives
How much income did The Old Dart Foundation report in 2024?
The Old Dart Foundation reported total income of £2.69m and reported expenditure of £15.20m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Old Dart Foundation?
The Old Dart Foundation has a program ratio of 501.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Old Dart Foundation registered as a charity?
The Old Dart Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2013 as charity number 1153568. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Old Dart Foundation?
The Old Dart Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHARLES PATRICK LUTYENS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Old Dart Foundation operate?
The Old Dart Foundation operates across 4 areas: Chile, Papua New Guinea, Peru and Philippines.
Is The Old Dart Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Old Dart Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153568.
Details
6 NEW STREET SQUARE
LONDON
EC4A 3AQ
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