Afghanistan & Central Asian Association
Also known as: Afghan Community Organisation of London, Afghan Community Organisation of London in Great Britain, Afghanistan & Asian Community Organisation
The Afghanistan and Central Asian Association (ACAA) is an award winning UK charity supporting refugees and asylum seekers. We provide integration services, including advice, advocacy, cultural events and class-based learning. In Afghanistan, our aim is to relieve poverty and support vulnerable communities.
Activities & Mission
The Afghanistan and Central Asian Association (ACAA) is an award winning UK charity supporting refugees and asylum seekers. We provide integration services, including advice, advocacy, cultural events and class-based learning. In Afghanistan, our aim is to relieve poverty and support vulnerable communities.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 95% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 256). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,099,211 | £1,489,481 | £1,489,481 | £599,975 | £136,020 | 17 / 100 |
| 2023 | £1,177,345 | £1,190,298 | £1,190,298 | £990,245 | £343,430 | 18 / 100 |
| 2022 | £948,578 | £693,853 | £693,853 | £1,003,198 | £285,710 | 15 / 150 |
| 2021 | £963,281 | £616,232 | £616,232 | £748,473 | £189,182 | 13 / 250 |
| 2020 | £996,741 | £671,593 | £671,593 | £451,424 | £88,768 | 27 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Afghanistan & Central Asian Association
What does Afghanistan & Central Asian Association do?
The Afghanistan and Central Asian Association (ACAA) is an award winning UK charity supporting refugees and asylum seekers. We provide integration services, including advice, advocacy, cultural events and class-based learning. In Afghanistan, our aim is to relieve poverty and support vulnerable communities.
How much income did Afghanistan & Central Asian Association report in 2024?
Afghanistan & Central Asian Association reported total income of £1.10m and reported expenditure of £1.49m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Afghanistan & Central Asian Association?
Afghanistan & Central Asian Association has a program ratio of 135.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 256 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Afghanistan & Central Asian Association registered as a charity?
Afghanistan & Central Asian Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 April 2003 as charity number 1096908. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Afghanistan & Central Asian Association?
Afghanistan & Central Asian Association is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Afghanistan & Central Asian Association operate?
Afghanistan & Central Asian Association operates across 2 areas: Afghanistan and England.
Is Afghanistan & Central Asian Association a registered charity?
Yes — Afghanistan & Central Asian Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096908.
Details
Griffin Centre
Staines Road
FELTHAM
TW14 0HS
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Also Known As
- Afghan Community Organisation of London
- Afghan Community Organisation of London in Great Britain
- Afghanistan & Asian Community Organisation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated