Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation
Also known as: Wdef
WDEF is an organisation made up of family, friends and colleagues of the late Workneh Dechasa seeking to raise funds to build an elementary school in his memory in his home village Malkaa Dhagaa-Gudar (Guder), Oromia, Ethiopia. WDEF is an association CIO with members in the UK and internationally, and a partner organisation of Workneh's friends and family in Oromia.
Activities & Mission
WDEF is an organisation made up of family, friends and colleagues of the late Workneh Dechasa seeking to raise funds to build an elementary school in his memory in his home village Malkaa Dhagaa-Gudar (Guder), Oromia, Ethiopia. WDEF is an association CIO with members in the UK and internationally, and a partner organisation of Workneh's friends and family in Oromia.
Grants
Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £9,601
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,136 | £9,601 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £18,502 | £356 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £5,850 | £49 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation
What does Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation do?
WDEF is an organisation made up of family, friends and colleagues of the late Workneh Dechasa seeking to raise funds to build an elementary school in his memory in his home village Malkaa Dhagaa-Gudar (Guder), Oromia, Ethiopia. WDEF is an association CIO with members in the UK and internationally, and a partner organisation of Workneh's friends and family in Oromia.
How much income did Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation report in 2025?
Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation registered as a charity?
Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 December 2020 as charity number 1192747. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation?
Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Aster Belay. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation operate?
Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation operates across 2 areas: Ethiopia and England And Wales.
Is Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Workneh Dechasa Education Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192747.
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Also governs 2 other charities
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Also Known As
- Wdef
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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