Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association
Also known as: Caba
CABA provides lifelong support to past and present ICAEW members and their families in the UK and across the globe. Our services are free, impartial and strictly confidential. From a listening ear in troubled times, through personal and professional development, to carer support and financial assistance, our commitment is simple: to be with you and your family, for life.
Activities & Mission
CABA provides lifelong support to past and present ICAEW members and their families in the UK and across the globe. Our services are free, impartial and strictly confidential. From a listening ear in troubled times, through personal and professional development, to carer support and financial assistance, our commitment is simple: to be with you and your family, for life.
Grants
Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £6,042,452
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing and other charitable purposes
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £5,383,562 | £6,042,452 | £5,987,219 | £153,479,490 | £151,445,759 | 53 / 35 |
| 2024 | £4,752,193 | £5,726,688 | £5,676,223 | £147,832,849 | £145,809,385 | 49 / 18 |
| 2023 | £4,569,335 | £5,598,286 | £5,548,281 | £143,008,590 | £140,177,395 | 46 / 10 |
| 2022 | £4,707,827 | £5,085,783 | £5,044,516 | £136,241,806 | £133,371,868 | 47 / 40 |
| 2021 | £3,798,605 | £5,882,545 | £5,790,000 | £149,787,800 | £149,419,100 | 54 / 71 |
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Frequently asked questions about Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association
What does Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association do?
CABA provides lifelong support to past and present ICAEW members and their families in the UK and across the globe. Our services are free, impartial and strictly confidential. From a listening ear in troubled times, through personal and professional development, to carer support and financial assistance, our commitment is simple: to be with you and your family, for life.
How much income did Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association report in 2025?
Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association reported total income of £5.38m and reported expenditure of £6.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association registered as a charity?
Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 November 2006 as charity number 1116973. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association?
Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association operate?
Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association operates across 30 areas, including Australia, Bangladesh, Canada and 27 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association a registered charity?
Yes — Chartered Accountants' Benevolent Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1116973.
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Also Known As
- Caba
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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