Cam International

Also known as: Cam

The main object of the charity is the advancement of the Christian faith in Africa; working with national churches in areas of evangelism, literature distribution, Bible teaching, education and medical work. This is primarily achieved through the donation of funds to affiliated missionary workers and local projects with which the charity is partnering.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Congo (Democratic Republic) Ethiopia Mozambique Zambia

Financial Information

Latest Income

£4,668,789

Latest Expenditure

£365,142

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 7.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 2% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 96.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 5.8%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 46% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,663,248

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £1,505

Investments £4,036

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £352,414

Raising Funds £12,728

Governance £8,562

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Pentecostal Eventide Trust (organisation 507238)
Asset transfer in in 2016 — Central African Missions (organisation 1049246)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£4,668,789	£365,142	£352,414	£4,884,431	£500,000	2 / 3
2024	£373,892	£558,646				0 / 2
2023	£484,667	£481,372				0 / 1
2022	£490,240	£437,137				0 / 1
2021	£532,889	£570,931	£570,931	£583,846	£138,674	2 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cam International

What does Cam International do?

How much income did Cam International report in 2025?

Cam International reported total income of £4.67m and reported expenditure of £365k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Cam International?

Cam International has a program ratio of 7.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 2% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Cam International registered as a charity?

Cam International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 2013 as charity number 1153577. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Cam International?

Cam International is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cam International operate?

Cam International operates across 4 areas: Congo (Democratic Republic), Ethiopia, Mozambique and Zambia.

Is Cam International a registered charity?

Yes — Cam International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153577.