Alsama Project
The charity operates education centres and provides cricket activities in conjunction with our sister charity Alsama Project in Lebanon. Alsama means 'Sky' in Arabic. We are offering new horizons for refugee children and women in areas of conflict in the Middle East by providing academic education and sport development, and by supporting social enterprises run by refugee women.
Activities & Mission
The charity operates education centres and provides cricket activities in conjunction with our sister charity Alsama Project in Lebanon. Alsama means 'Sky' in Arabic. We are offering new horizons for refugee children and women in areas of conflict in the Middle East by providing academic education and sport development, and by supporting social enterprises run by refugee women.
Grants
Alsama Project is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £680,514
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and amateur sport
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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £763,654 | £680,514 | £624,113 | £1,073,948 | £1,100,000 | 1 / 13 |
| 2024 | £1,277,195 | £1,038,670 | £901,360 | £1,005,194 | £1,100,000 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £815,252 | £598,264 | £531,461 | £806,206 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £755,131 | £350,592 | £322,234 | £600,724 | £419,324 | 0 / 1 |
| 2021 | £260,333 | £147,134 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Alsama Project
What does Alsama Project do?
The charity operates education centres and provides cricket activities in conjunction with our sister charity Alsama Project in Lebanon. Alsama means 'Sky' in Arabic. We are offering new horizons for refugee children and women in areas of conflict in the Middle East by providing academic education and sport development, and by supporting social enterprises run by refugee women.
How much income did Alsama Project report in 2025?
Alsama Project reported total income of £764k and reported expenditure of £681k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Alsama Project registered as a charity?
Alsama Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 October 2020 as charity number 1191810. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Alsama Project?
Alsama Project is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ketish Pothalingam. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Alsama Project operate?
Alsama Project operates across 2 areas: Lebanon and England And Wales.
Is Alsama Project a registered charity?
Yes — Alsama Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191810.
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- 9 November 2026
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