Action For Refugees In Lewisham
AFRIL aims to relieve the poverty of refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable migrants, advance their education and advocate for their rights. We work with our service users by providing them with the tools they need to improve their own lives and fulfil their potential as members of the community and society.
Activities & Mission
AFRIL aims to relieve the poverty of refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable migrants, advance their education and advocate for their rights. We work with our service users by providing them with the tools they need to improve their own lives and fulfil their potential as members of the community and society.
Areas of Operation
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £573,017 | £521,953 | £521,833 | £179,055 | £117,464 | 16 / 100 |
| 2024 | £483,119 | £524,210 | 0 / 125 | |||
| 2023 | £304,989 | £283,963 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2022 | £239,754 | £231,990 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2021 | £196,924 | £198,026 | 0 / 80 |
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Frequently asked questions about Action For Refugees In Lewisham
What does Action For Refugees In Lewisham do?
AFRIL aims to relieve the poverty of refugees, asylum-seekers and vulnerable migrants, advance their education and advocate for their rights. We work with our service users by providing them with the tools they need to improve their own lives and fulfil their potential as members of the community and society.
How much income did Action For Refugees In Lewisham report in 2025?
Action For Refugees In Lewisham reported total income of £573k and reported expenditure of £522k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Action For Refugees In Lewisham?
Action For Refugees In Lewisham has a program ratio of 91.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Action For Refugees In Lewisham registered as a charity?
Action For Refugees In Lewisham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 2006 as charity number 1116344. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Action For Refugees In Lewisham?
Action For Refugees In Lewisham is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gareth Redmond-King. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Action For Refugees In Lewisham operate?
Action For Refugees In Lewisham operates across 5 areas, including Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Action For Refugees In Lewisham a registered charity?
Yes — Action For Refugees In Lewisham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1116344.
Details
Bonfield Rd
LONDON
SE13 5ES
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