About SKT Welfare
Founded in 2008, SKT Welfare is a UK-registered charity committed to delivering humanitarian aid and solutions with unwavering dedication, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender, or belief. Our mission is to alleviate the suffering of the world’s most vulnerable communities through our ethos of "Spreading Kindness Together."
Our Reach
Since our inception, SKT Welfare has successfully implemented numerous projects both in the UK and internationally. We have established offices in the UK, Turkey, Shaam, Palestine, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, and Tanzania, and we also collaborate with partners in Yemen, Bangladesh, Kashmir, India, Mali, Malawi, Sri Lanka, and Kenya.
Our Approach
Guided by the principle that no one should be left behind, SKT Welfare ensures that every project is managed end-to-end by our dedicated teams on the ground, committed volunteers, and overseen by our trustees. We maintain a 100% donation policy, which means that all funds raised go directly to the cause. By handling projects ourselves and avoiding outsourcing, we keep overheads low and prevent conflicts of interest.
Our Work
We raise funds for a variety of life-saving and transformative projects, including emergency responses, livelihood support, food distribution, clean water provision, and educational opportunities for vulnerable children. Highlights of our work include:
Participation in an SKT Welfare deployment is subject to a vetting and approval process. SKT Welfare reserves the right to decline or withdraw a volunteer's place at any stage if it is deemed that they may not represent the organisation appropriately or uphold the standards and values expected during the deployment.
All volunteers are required to meet their agreed fundraising target no later than five weeks before the deployment departure date. If the fundraising target is not met by this deadline, the volunteer may not be permitted to travel on the scheduled deployment. Subject to availability and at the discretion of SKT Welfare, they may be offered the opportunity to join a future deployment once the required fundraising target has been achieved.
If a volunteer withdraws from the deployment within five weeks of the scheduled departure date, all funds raised will be retained by SKT Welfare and allocated towards the humanitarian aid delivered as part of that deployment. As donations have been given for charitable purposes and commitments will already have been made, the funds cannot be refunded or transferred to another deployment.
Purpose of Volunteer Policies
Our volunteer policies provide essential guidance for managing and engaging with staff and volunteers. These policies are not legally binding but are designed to ensure consistent and effective volunteer involvement. SKT Welfare reserves the right to modify these policies as needed. Any changes or exceptions must be approved in advance and in writing by the UK Fundraising team. Areas not explicitly covered by these policies will be addressed by the Fundraising Team.
For detailed information, please download the full 'Volunteers Code of Conduct' below:
Our 100% Donation Policy means that every penny you donate is used in the delivery of humanitarian projects and directly related costs. Indirect and administrative costs are covered by either direct donations themselves or by using Gift Aid.
