The Livingstone Initiative
The Livingstone Initiative is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of citizenship or community development, based in City of Edinburgh.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC052972
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
- Location
- City of Edinburgh
- Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
- £17,500
What the charity does
The Livingstone Initiative was set up to create lasting, positive change for communities in Africa – with a special focus on Zambia. Our work centres on projects that empower girls through education and agriculture, while also strengthening healthcare systems. By building schools, supporting farming initiatives and developing medical partnerships, we aim to give young people and families the tools to shape a brighter future. We believe collaboration is key. By encouraging communities, organisations, and institutions in both Zambia and the UK to work together, we foster mutual understanding, s…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The Livingstone Initiative a legitimate charity?
- Yes. The Livingstone Initiative is a registered charity (number SC052972) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does The Livingstone Initiative do?
- The Livingstone Initiative was set up to create lasting, positive change for communities in Africa – with a special focus on Zambia. Our work centres on projects that empower girls through education and agriculture, while also strengthening healthcare systems. By building schools, supporting farming initiatives and developing medical partnerships, we aim to give young people and families the tools to shape a brighter future. We believe collaboration is key. By encouraging communities, organisations, and institutions in both Zambia and the UK to work together, we foster mutual understanding, s…
- How can I donate to The Livingstone Initiative?
- The Livingstone Initiative's website is http://www.livingstoneinitiative.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.