01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC049888
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- UK and overseas
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- G4 9HB
OSCR note: Previous name - AMA WELLBEING FOUNDATION from 21/06/2023 to 14/09/2023 This charity was established to replace (Baba Yangu Foundation-SC048623) (Baba Yangu Foundation-SC048623) has now wound up and passed its assets and liabilities to (Baba Yangu Foundation (SCIO)-SC049888) which is a SCIO
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
Yangu is a community-led mental health charity supporting African and Caribbean individuals in Scotland. We foster well-being and unity, with a focus on youth aged 8-18. Our programs offer support and connection. Suso provides a safe space for young black individuals to learn, explore, and build confidence. Suso fosters mental well-being for youth aged 8-18. It's a haven for young black people in Scotland to connect and grow. Tailored sessions focus on confidence-building, emotional management, and creative expression. We also explore areas beyond Glasgow, empowering young minds. We collaborate with NHSGCC to raise mental health awareness. Our Healthy Minds programs prioritize food, community, and resources. We recognize the importance of food within our community and provide authentic African cuisine.
Charitable purposes
- the prevention or relief of poverty
- the advancement of education
- the advancement of religion
- the advancement of health
Beneficiaries
- Children or young people
- People with a particular ethnic or racial origin
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
4 The organization’s purposes are: 4.1 The relief of poverty in people within the black community. Especially those new to the country of asylum or refugee status. Baba Yangu foundation aims to do this through the provision of food, clothing and access to employability skills and resources. 4.2 The advancement of education in young adults in relation to emotional literacy, self-esteem and confidence building. 4.3 The advancement of religion in service users – especially parents and caregivers of the young adults benefiting from our services by teaching and preaching scripture and broadening their knowledge of the Christian faith. 4.4 The advancement of health amongst people in the community by providing guidance and advice on lifestyle changes that can be made to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. 4.5 The advancement of health in Scotland amongst children and adults from the African and Afro-Caribbean community by providing mental health awareness support in order to eradicate stigma, isolation and assist in gaining access to treatment options for those that need it.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2025 | £44,589 | £43,549 | 0 | 14 July 2025 |
| 31 March 2024 | £29,071 | £31,827 | 0 | 26 November 2024 |
| 31 March 2023 | £20,074 | £18,744 | 0 | 14 July 2023 |
| 31 March 2022 | £13,855 | £5,645 | 0 | 19 December 2022 |
| 31 March 2021 | £8,170 | £7,838 | 0 | 6 December 2021 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- Flat 2/2, 92 Park Road, Glasgow
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.babayangufoundation.org
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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