Village Water Limited
We promote access to safe water, hygiene education and sanitation as a means of improving health, access to education and community development. We achieve this by providing support to local partners working in disadvantaged communities in Africa.
Activities & Mission
We promote access to safe water, hygiene education and sanitation as a means of improving health, access to education and community development. We achieve this by providing support to local partners working in disadvantaged communities in Africa.
Grants
Village Water Limited is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,076,604
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- overseas aid or famine relief
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,478,198 | £1,516,641 | £1,375,481 | £431,875 | £315,160 | 9 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,688,308 | £1,660,016 | £1,526,460 | £470,319 | £428,302 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,447,890 | £2,558,958 | £2,454,461 | £442,027 | £377,027 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,303,396 | £1,975,025 | £1,902,892 | £553,095 | £407,358 | 8 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,201,760 | £1,111,046 | £1,050,333 | £224,724 | £224,724 | 6 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Village Water Limited
What does Village Water Limited do?
We promote access to safe water, hygiene education and sanitation as a means of improving health, access to education and community development. We achieve this by providing support to local partners working in disadvantaged communities in Africa.
How much income did Village Water Limited report in 2025?
Village Water Limited reported total income of £1.48m and reported expenditure of £1.52m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Village Water Limited registered as a charity?
Village Water Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 2006 as charity number 1117377. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Village Water Limited?
Village Water Limited is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Picken OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Village Water Limited operate?
Village Water Limited operates across 2 areas: Mozambique and Zambia.
Is Village Water Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Village Water Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117377.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
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