SOUTHERN AFRICA AIDS FOUNDATION (SAAF)
Activities in the UK: Provision of HIV/AIDS information; carrying HIV/AIDS information campaigns; support to people affected by HIV/AIDS; capacity building, fundraising activities; establishing partnerships.Activities in Southern Africa: Enabling the provision of educational, social and welfare support to children orphaned by HIV; Enabling the supply of HIV medication; family structure support.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a deficit of £5,485 for the year, resulting in negative unrestricted reserves of £33,555. The charity relies heavily on voluntary support and goodwill, noting that without it, it would not be able to do its work. The financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis, although the charity is currently subject to HMRC compliance checks which have stopped Gift Aid income.
What the accounts disclose
“Sponsorships from individuals amounted to £40,781; Donations received from individuals amounted to £7,530.”
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2023)
Trustees
- FABIAN KUDAKWASHE MUGODHIchair
- CHRISWELL TINASHE MUGODHI RMN
- Rachel Lanham
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £49k | £48k |
| 31/12/2023 | £833k | £857k |
| 31/12/2022 | £2.8m | £2.8m |
| 31/07/2021 | £1.0m | £1.0m |
| 31/07/2020 | £464k | £512k |
Common questions
Is SOUTHERN AFRICA AIDS FOUNDATION (SAAF) financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a deficit of £5,485 for the year, resulting in negative unrestricted reserves of £33,555. The charity relies heavily on voluntary support and goodwill, noting that without it, it would not be able to do its work. The financial statements were prepared on a going concern basis, although the charity is currently subject to HMRC compliance checks which have stopped Gift Aid income. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 28/08/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/04/2005 | £5k | Capacity Building |