Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay)
Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay) is a registered charity in Scotland working in the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education, the advancement of health, based in North Lanarkshire.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC050852
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- North Lanarkshire
- Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01)
- £3,850
What the charity does
Umoja wa Maisha Yetu (UMAY) supports people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, other African communities, and ethnic minority families living in the UK. We work to reduce poverty, isolation, and inequality by providing practical support, advice, and community activities. Our work includes family support, financial skills workshops, wellbeing activities, and community events that help people access services, build confidence, and improve their quality of life. We support families facing hardship with food, travel, and essential needs, and help them connect with local services. Through…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay) a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay) is a registered charity (number SC050852) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay) do?
- Umoja wa Maisha Yetu (UMAY) supports people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, other African communities, and ethnic minority families living in the UK. We work to reduce poverty, isolation, and inequality by providing practical support, advice, and community activities. Our work includes family support, financial skills workshops, wellbeing activities, and community events that help people access services, build confidence, and improve their quality of life. We support families facing hardship with food, travel, and essential needs, and help them connect with local services. Through…
- How can I donate to Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay)?
- Umoja Wa Maisha Yetu (Umay) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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.