WILMSLOW WELLS FOR AFRICA
The object of Wilmslow Wells for Africa is the relief of poverty in the continent of Africa by the provision of water for human consumption and irrigation. This may be achieved by the drilling of wells, the building of dams, the provision of storage tanks or any other means.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £6,313 for the year, with total income of £72,278 against charitable expenditure of £65,965. Per the statement of assets and liabilities, the charity held unrestricted cash reserves of £21,603 at the year end with no outstanding liabilities. The trustees confirm that all work is voluntary and there are no paid employees, resulting in a lean operational cost base.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity only holds funds until suitable projects have been evaluated and approved by the Trustees or to fund existing future commitments to approved projects which have not yet been drawn down by the project partner.” — page 5
Trustees
- David Charles Cash
- Dr DAVID TONKS
- HELEN ELIZABETH BATTILANA
- Nicholas Longson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £72k | £66k |
| 31/07/2024 | £83k | £93k |
| 31/07/2023 | £72k | £65k |
| 31/07/2022 | £62k | £63k |
| 31/07/2021 | £80k | £75k |
Common questions
Is WILMSLOW WELLS FOR AFRICA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net surplus of £6,313 for the year, with total income of £72,278 against charitable expenditure of £65,965. Per the statement of assets and liabilities, the charity held unrestricted cash reserves of £21,603 at the year end with no outstanding liabilities. The trustees confirm that all work is voluntary and there are no paid employees, resulting in a lean operational cost base. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds WILMSLOW WELLS FOR AFRICA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name WILMSLOW WELLS FOR AFRICA as a grant recipient include HIGHWAY ONE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHWAY ONE TRUST | FY2025 | £15k | |
| HIGHWAY ONE TRUST | FY2023 | £10k | |
| HIGHWAY ONE TRUST | FY2022 | £10k | |
| HIGHWAY ONE TRUST | FY2021 | £5k | |
| HIGHWAY ONE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k |