Action Against Hunger UK
Also known as: A.i.c.f -- GB Limited, Action Against Hunger, Aah UK, Aah-UK
To provide increased resources to support projects that address acute malnutrition and respond to humanitarian crises.To increase the impact and quality of responses to acute malnutrition and food crises by improving accountability, coverage and sustainabilityTo influence donors' and practitioners' policies and programmes on the responses to , and prevention of, food crises and malnutrition
Activities & Mission
To provide increased resources to support projects that address acute malnutrition and respond to humanitarian crises.To increase the impact and quality of responses to acute malnutrition and food crises by improving accountability, coverage and sustainabilityTo influence donors' and practitioners' policies and programmes on the responses to , and prevention of, food crises and malnutrition
Grants
Action Against Hunger UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £24,964,880
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — The Martin Ashley Charitable Foundation (organisation 5161398)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £25,882,208 | £24,964,880 | £20,894,199 | £2,557,253 | £619,105 | 155 / 0 |
| 2024 | £22,383,730 | £23,483,104 | £20,278,377 | £1,522,244 | £436,921 | 168 / 0 |
| 2023 | £31,909,010 | £32,411,525 | £30,046,924 | £4,272,460 | £2,571,903 | 167 / 0 |
| 2022 | £41,124,432 | £39,143,855 | £36,803,087 | £4,774,975 | £2,585,999 | 148 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,001,323 | £1,170,991 | £0 | £2,794,398 | £2,027,929 | 62 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Action Against Hunger UK
What does Action Against Hunger UK do?
To provide increased resources to support projects that address acute malnutrition and respond to humanitarian crises.To increase the impact and quality of responses to acute malnutrition and food crises by improving accountability, coverage and sustainabilityTo influence donors' and practitioners' policies and programmes on the responses to , and prevention of, food crises and malnutrition
How much income did Action Against Hunger UK report in 2025?
Action Against Hunger UK reported total income of £25.88m and reported expenditure of £24.96m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Action Against Hunger UK registered as a charity?
Action Against Hunger UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 June 1995 as charity number 1047501. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Action Against Hunger UK?
Action Against Hunger UK is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Action Against Hunger UK operate?
Action Against Hunger UK operates across 30 areas, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso and 27 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Action Against Hunger UK a registered charity?
Yes — Action Against Hunger UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1047501.
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Also Known As
- A.i.c.f -- GB Limited
- Action Against Hunger
- Aah UK
- Aah-UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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- How metrics are calculated