The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK
The prevention or relief of poverty in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by providing: grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.The organisation currently has partnerships with two Ethiopian NGOs (CBISDO and AHISDO) which in turn provide poverty alleviation services to the communities in which they are based in Addis
Activities & Mission
The prevention or relief of poverty in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by providing: grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.The organisation currently has partnerships with two Ethiopian NGOs (CBISDO and AHISDO) which in turn provide poverty alleviation services to the communities in which they are based in Addis
Grants
The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £43,681
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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
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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 | £42,603 | £43,681 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £41,019 | £43,451 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £45,871 | £43,359 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £50,263 | £44,053 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £41,654 | £43,075 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK
What does The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK do?
The prevention or relief of poverty in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia by providing: grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.The organisation currently has partnerships with two Ethiopian NGOs (CBISDO and AHISDO) which in turn provide poverty alleviation services to the communities in which they are based in Addis
How much income did The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK report in 2025?
The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK reported total income of £43k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK registered as a charity?
The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 February 2018 as charity number 1177205. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK?
The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL GRAHAM WILSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK operate?
The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK operates in Ethiopia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK a registered charity?
Yes — The Tesfa Sponsorship Trust UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177205.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated