Univida

UNIVIDA's activities take place in one of the 550 slum communities of Fortaleza, in the north east of Brazil. On a daily basis the charity provides an extra 4 hours of education, a hot meal and a safe environment for 370 children to play and learn. Older students receive tuition and support to help them finish secondary school and find places at college or university.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Brazil

Financial Information

Latest Income

£113,198

Latest Expenditure

£114,417

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 101.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 101.1%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Sanctuary Charitable Trust (organisation 1055406)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£113,198	£114,417	0 / 3
2023	£58,475	£63,029	0 / 3
2022	£177,190	£110,368	0 / 2
2021	£66,342	£58,619	0 / 1
2020	£61,516	£50,417	0 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Univida

What does Univida do?

How much income did Univida report in 2024?

Univida reported total income of £113k and reported expenditure of £114k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Univida registered as a charity?

Univida was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 2010 as charity number 1136743. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs Univida?

Univida is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARTIN COLM SEAN CLEMENTS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Univida operate?

Univida operates in Brazil, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Univida a registered charity?

Yes — Univida is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136743.