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Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim)

Provision of English as a Second Language classes for adults; running a Bulgarian school for children providing education in Bulgarian Language and History. Running dance classes for adults and children. Organising the celebration of national holidays. Presentations at local schools on Bulgarian culture. Supporting the local Bulgarian Orthodox Church.

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Activities & Mission

Provision of English as a Second Language classes for adults; running a Bulgarian school for children providing education in Bulgarian Language and History. Running dance classes for adults and children. Organising the celebration of national holidays. Presentations at local schools on Bulgarian culture. Supporting the local Bulgarian Orthodox Church.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£82,681
Latest Expenditure
£76,831

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 92.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 92.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£82,681
£76,8310 / 11
2023
£78,899
£77,8660 / 8
2022
£76,433
£77,3860 / 5
2021
£66,878
£53,6310 / 9
2020
£47,797
£50,5180 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim)

What does Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) do?

Provision of English as a Second Language classes for adults; running a Bulgarian school for children providing education in Bulgarian Language and History. Running dance classes for adults and children. Organising the celebration of national holidays. Presentations at local schools on Bulgarian culture. Supporting the local Bulgarian Orthodox Church.

How much income did Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) report in 2024?

Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) reported total income of £83k and reported expenditure of £77k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) registered as a charity?

Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 March 2013 as charity number 1151138. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim)?

Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is DESISLAVA ZLATEVA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) operate?

Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) operates across 2 areas: Kent and Medway.

Is Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) a registered charity?

Yes — Association Of The Bulgarian Community In Medway (abcim) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151138.

Details

Address
3 The Terrace
ROCHESTER
Kent
ME1 1XN
Registration Date
7 March 2013
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5034159
Charity Number
1151138

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Trustees

DESISLAVA ZLATEVA Chair
DAVID BEST
RALITSA PAVLEVA

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