Catholic Agency For Overseas Development
Also known as: CAFOD
CAFOD is the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England & Wales. We:- work with communities in the global South to overcome poverty - protect lives & relieve suffering during emergencies- raise awareness of the causes of poverty to inspire a commitment to lasting change- challenge those with power to adopt policies and behaviour that promote justice & end poverty
Activities & Mission
CAFOD is the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England & Wales. We:- work with communities in the global South to overcome poverty - protect lives & relieve suffering during emergencies- raise awareness of the causes of poverty to inspire a commitment to lasting change- challenge those with power to adopt policies and behaviour that promote justice & end poverty
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 Efficiency
Higher than 20% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample: 183). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £56,200,000 | £50,565,674 | £43,276,944 | £19,124,000 | £4,589,000 | 378 / 2048 |
| 2024 | £47,930,000 | £59,170,000 | £51,865,000 | £13,566,000 | £5,202,000 | 405 / 2014 |
| 2023 | £67,916,000 | £66,273,000 | £59,421,000 | £24,738,000 | £9,487,000 | 376 / 3344 |
| 2022 | £50,542,000 | £49,811,000 | £43,485,000 | £23,131,000 | £12,055,000 | 401 / 3467 |
| 2021 | £52,404,000 | £48,944,000 | £43,115,000 | £22,344,000 | £12,539,000 | 437 / 3755 |
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Frequently asked questions about Catholic Agency For Overseas Development
What does Catholic Agency For Overseas Development do?
CAFOD is the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England & Wales. We:- work with communities in the global South to overcome poverty - protect lives & relieve suffering during emergencies- raise awareness of the causes of poverty to inspire a commitment to lasting change- challenge those with power to adopt policies and behaviour that promote justice & end poverty
How much income did Catholic Agency For Overseas Development report in 2025?
Catholic Agency For Overseas Development reported total income of £56.20m and reported expenditure of £50.57m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Catholic Agency For Overseas Development?
Catholic Agency For Overseas Development has a program ratio of 77.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Religion charities with income over £10M (sample of 183 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Catholic Agency For Overseas Development registered as a charity?
Catholic Agency For Overseas Development was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 2015 as charity number 1160384. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Catholic Agency For Overseas Development?
Catholic Agency For Overseas Development is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rt Rev Stephen James Lawrence Wright. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Catholic Agency For Overseas Development operate?
Catholic Agency For Overseas Development operates across 43 areas, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bolivia and 40 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Catholic Agency For Overseas Development a registered charity?
Yes — Catholic Agency For Overseas Development is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160384.
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55 WESTMINSTER BRIDGE ROAD
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SE1 7JB
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- 14 May 2026
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