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The Traidcraft Exchange

Also known as: Traidcraft, Traidcraft Exchange, Transform Trade

Traidcraft Exchange trading as Transform Trade are a global community of farmers, workers, collectives, campaigners, donors and supporters, we work together for trade that values people over profit. We partner with people who are fighting for their communities and finding better ways to trade. Wherever possible, the people who are directly experiencing injustice in trade lead our work.

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Activities & Mission

Traidcraft Exchange trading as Transform Trade are a global community of farmers, workers, collectives, campaigners, donors and supporters, we work together for trade that values people over profit. We partner with people who are fighting for their communities and finding better ways to trade. Wherever possible, the people who are directly experiencing injustice in trade lead our work.

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.

Show all 6 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,474,812
Latest Expenditure
£3,506,584

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 80.0%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 79.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 21.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,492,857
Charitable Activities £1,981,955
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,779,947
Raising Funds £726,637
Governance £31,608
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£3,474,812
£3,506,584£2,779,947£495,582£228,06049 / 0
2024
£3,377,803
£3,922,160£3,065,628£512,404£294,28671 / 0
2023
£3,223,652
£4,354,330£3,411,764£936,900£637,74257 / 0
2022
£4,244,000
£3,542,000£2,789,000£2,069,000£1,716,00055 / 0
2021
£3,825,000
£3,336,000£2,383,000£1,357,000£1,090,00054 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Traidcraft Exchange

What does The Traidcraft Exchange do?

Traidcraft Exchange trading as Transform Trade are a global community of farmers, workers, collectives, campaigners, donors and supporters, we work together for trade that values people over profit. We partner with people who are fighting for their communities and finding better ways to trade. Wherever possible, the people who are directly experiencing injustice in trade lead our work.

How much income did The Traidcraft Exchange report in 2025?

The Traidcraft Exchange reported total income of £3.47m and reported expenditure of £3.51m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Traidcraft Exchange registered as a charity?

The Traidcraft Exchange was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 August 1995 as charity number 1048752. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs The Traidcraft Exchange?

The Traidcraft Exchange is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Traidcraft Exchange operate?

The Traidcraft Exchange operates across 6 areas, including Bangladesh, India, Kenya and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Traidcraft Exchange a registered charity?

Yes — The Traidcraft Exchange is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1048752.

Details

Address
Traidcraft Exchange
Turners Building
7-15 Pink Lane
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 5DW
Registration Date
21 August 1995
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1048752
Charity Number
1048752

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Trustees

Adamson Richard Nsimba
Anita Cheria
DAVID PAIN
France Villeneuve
Judith Kirton-Darling
Karimi Kinoti
Laurence Sewell
Also governs 2 other charities

Also Known As

  • Traidcraft
  • Traidcraft Exchange
  • Transform Trade

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14 May 2026
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