Question 1

What is the mission of Spotlight on Africa?

Accepted Answer

SoA is focused on the relief of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa.  It seeks to do this not only by providing financial assistance, but also by promoting the exchange of expertise, learning and friendship with the communities that it works with.  The formal objectives of SoA are to advance education, alleviate poverty & unemployment and protect & preserve health for people in sub-Saharan Africa.

Question 2

What is the financial size of Spotlight on Africa?

Accepted Answer

Spotlight on Africa is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £513,330 and total expenditure of £584,138.

Question 3

How does Spotlight on Africa allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 93.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 6.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of Spotlight on Africa?

Accepted Answer

Spotlight on Africa employs 0 staff members and is supported by 13 volunteers.

Question 5

Does Spotlight on Africa receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does Spotlight on Africa pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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