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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1213805
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Men of Purpose is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1213805. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Nigeria. The register describes its activities as: “THE PREVENTION OR RELIEF OF POVERTY, IN PARTICULAR IN WEST AFRICA, BY PROVIDING GRANTS, ITEMS, AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS IN NEED AND CHARITIES OR OTHER ORGANISATIONS WORKING TO PREVENT OR RELIEVE POVERTY. Assisting in the provision of education and training is designed to enable individuals to generate a…” Its charitable objects are: “The CIO’s objects are:the prevention or relief of poverty, in particular in west Africa, by:providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.assisting in the provision of education and training designed to enable individuals to…” In the year to 31 Dec 2025 it reported income of £13.3k and spending of £6,043.
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From the charity register and the funder's published information.
Latest income
£13.3k
Latest spending
£6,043
- What it funds
- General charitable purposesDisabilityPrevention or relief of poverty
- Who it helps
- Children / young peopleOlder peoplePeople with disabilitiesOther charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to individualsMakes grants to organisations
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | £13.3k | £6,043 |
Charitable objects
The CIO’s objects are:the prevention or relief of poverty, in particular in west Africa, by:providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and/or charities, or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.assisting in the provision of education and training designed to enable individuals to generate a sustainable income and be self-sufficient. Providing emergency relief to meet the needs of those suffering poverty as a result of a crisis or natural disaster, including the provision of food and shelter and supplies of water.
Where it operates
Nigeria
- Trustees
- 3
What Men of Purpose funds
Men of Purpose is registered under the Charity Commission purposes disability and prevention or relief of poverty for children / young people, older people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to individuals and makes grants to organisations.
How to apply to Men of Purpose
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Men of Purpose in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). It may fund by invitation only, or through programmes that OpenGrant's sources do not cover. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about Men of Purpose
Is Men of Purpose open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Men of Purpose is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Men of Purpose fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Nigeria.
Does Men of Purpose give grants to individuals?
Yes, according to the Charity Commission register, which records that Men of Purpose makes grants to individuals as well as to organisations. Check its own guidance for who qualifies.
How much does Men of Purpose give each year?
The register does not break out Men of Purpose's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Dec 2025 was £6,043.
How large is Men of Purpose?
In its latest reported year Men of Purpose reported income of £13.3k and spending of £6,043.
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