Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society
Also known as: Cara
CARA defends the legal rights of poor people who cannot afford a lawyer and helps them to save their homes, keep their jobs and protect their loved ones by providing advice and information on immigration, debt, welfare benefits, housing and employment, HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support; quality basic education for all (especially girls), water and sanitation. Please donate to our work.
Activities & Mission
CARA defends the legal rights of poor people who cannot afford a lawyer and helps them to save their homes, keep their jobs and protect their loved ones by providing advice and information on immigration, debt, welfare benefits, housing and employment, HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support; quality basic education for all (especially girls), water and sanitation. Please donate to our work.
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 Information
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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.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £97,678 | £89,949 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2024 | £108,727 | £96,915 | 0 / 44 | |||
| 2023 | £156,200 | £149,204 | 0 / 38 | |||
| 2022 | £195,679 | £189,821 | 0 / 41 | |||
| 2021 | £92,872 | £137,802 | 0 / 41 |
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Frequently asked questions about Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society
What does Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society do?
CARA defends the legal rights of poor people who cannot afford a lawyer and helps them to save their homes, keep their jobs and protect their loved ones by providing advice and information on immigration, debt, welfare benefits, housing and employment, HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support; quality basic education for all (especially girls), water and sanitation. Please donate to our work.
How much income did Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society report in 2025?
Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society reported total income of £98k and reported expenditure of £90k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society registered as a charity?
Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 April 2010 as charity number 1135610. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society?
Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society operate?
Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society operates across 6 areas, including Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society a registered charity?
Yes — Central Africa's Rights & AIDS (cara) Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1135610.
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18 - 22 ASHWIN STREET
DALSTON
HACKNEY
LONDON
UNITED K
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