The Gambia Welfare Society
Through (a) advocacy, information and advice; (b) Recreational facilities and events involving the local community; (c) Education and training in English language and support with literacy and numeracy: We will promote social inclusion for the public benefit among migrants who are socially excluded on grounds of their ethnic origin, religion, believe or creed or their socio-economic position
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £33,601 for the year ended 31 January 2025, with total turnover of £84,042. The net assets increased to £125,752, although the trustees report a dependency on securing a new location for Gambia House to continue their youth education objectives.
What the accounts disclose
“Subscriptions 26,468”
“We are hereby seeking help to find a place or to maintain Gambia House please, so we can continue to teach kids responsibility to figure out their purpose in community.” — page 9
“We have not verified the accuracy or completeness of the accounting records or information and explanations you have given to us and we do not, therefore, express any opinion on the financial information.” — page 4
Trustees
- Yankuba Sawochair
- Amadou Touray
- Foday Sanneh
- Seedy Sanneh
- Yankuba Balajo
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2025 | £84k | £50k |
| 31/01/2024 | £60k | £32k |
| 31/01/2023 | £31k | £22k |
| 31/01/2022 | £21k | £19k |
| 31/01/2021 | £36k | £19k |
Common questions
Is The Gambia Welfare Society financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £33,601 for the year ended 31 January 2025, with total turnover of £84,042. The net assets increased to £125,752, although the trustees report a dependency on securing a new location for Gambia House to continue their youth education objectives. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 22/06/2020 | £7k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |