Anglo Central American Society
Also known as: Anglo Costa-Rican Society, Acas
The society was founded in 1982 to promote friendship between the UK and the republics of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama and Belize. It organises lectures, social events, and fundraising events in collaboration with the embassies and sometimes with other charities. It also has a programme of small donations for charitable projects in the region.
Activities & Mission
The society was founded in 1982 to promote friendship between the UK and the republics of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama and Belize. It organises lectures, social events, and fundraising events in collaboration with the embassies and sometimes with other charities. It also has a programme of small donations for charitable projects in the region.
Grants
Anglo Central American Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending
- £230
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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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Frequently asked questions about Anglo Central American Society
What does Anglo Central American Society do?
The society was founded in 1982 to promote friendship between the UK and the republics of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama and Belize. It organises lectures, social events, and fundraising events in collaboration with the embassies and sometimes with other charities. It also has a programme of small donations for charitable projects in the region.
When was Anglo Central American Society registered as a charity?
Anglo Central American Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 1978 as charity number 275099. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Anglo Central American Society?
Anglo Central American Society is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Anglo Central American Society operate?
Anglo Central American Society operates across 8 areas, including Belize, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Anglo Central American Society a registered charity?
Yes — Anglo Central American Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275099.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Anglo Costa-Rican Society
- Acas
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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