HOPE FOR SOUTH AFRICA'S CHILDREN
The relief of patients suffering from HIV/AIDS. The provision of social welfare, plus recreational facilities of such patients. We partner with the Rehoboth Trust which operates a residential children's village in Kwa Zulu Natal. We also have a number of partner projects supporting rural creches, Education & Training & provision of food parcels, & poverty relief programmes in KZN.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total income for the year was £42,076, representing a 2% increase from the previous year, while total expenditure was £37,571 (grants of £36,854 plus £717 in expenses). The trustees note that despite losing some long-term sponsors, the charity remains financially stable and continues to support its beneficiaries, including 75 children at Rehoboth Children’s Village and various community outreach projects.
What the accounts disclose
“THE PRINCIPAL SOURCE OF FUNDS REMAINS THE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAMME FOR CHILDREN IN REHOBOTH CHILDREN’S VILLAGE; THIS TOGETHER WITH CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP, CHURCH AND PRIVATE DONATIONS REMAINS OUR MAIN SOURCE OF INCOME.”
“IT IS THE CHARITY’S POLICY NOT TO MAINTAIN RESERVES FOR THE REHOBOTH TRUST (RT), HOWEVER WE RETAIN MONEY IN OUR OUTEACH FUND AND A RESTICTED FUND FOR EDUCATION/TRAINING AND LEAVERS SUPPORT, WITHIN OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES.”
Trustees
- GLENYS ROSEMARY SMITHchair
- ANN WORTHY
- DAVID REGINALD SMITH
- Elizabeth Ann Veal
- NEVILLE FAIRBAIRN
- Sally Leat
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £42k | £37k |
| 31/08/2024 | £41k | £44k |
| 31/08/2023 | £62k | £60k |
| 31/08/2022 | £42k | £42k |
| 31/08/2021 | £46k | £43k |
Common questions
Is HOPE FOR SOUTH AFRICA'S CHILDREN financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total income for the year was £42,076, representing a 2% increase from the previous year, while total expenditure was £37,571 (grants of £36,854 plus £717 in expenses). The trustees note that despite losing some long-term sponsors, the charity remains financially stable and continues to support its beneficiaries, including 75 children at Rehoboth Children’s Village and various community outreach projects. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.