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Chennai Challenge

Chennai Challenge takes an annual trip of volunteers to Chennai. Work is carried out in schools, community centres and an orphanage. Projects are run by Madras YMCA or Oasis. Funds are given to provide resources that would not otherwise be possible. All volunteers on the trip are trained and have their life enriched by the experience.

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Activities & Mission

Chennai Challenge takes an annual trip of volunteers to Chennai. Work is carried out in schools, community centres and an orphanage. Projects are run by Madras YMCA or Oasis. Funds are given to provide resources that would not otherwise be possible. All volunteers on the trip are trained and have their life enriched by the experience.

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

Latest Income
£950
Latest Expenditure
£3,241

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 341.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 341.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Chennai Challenge

What does Chennai Challenge do?

Chennai Challenge takes an annual trip of volunteers to Chennai. Work is carried out in schools, community centres and an orphanage. Projects are run by Madras YMCA or Oasis. Funds are given to provide resources that would not otherwise be possible. All volunteers on the trip are trained and have their life enriched by the experience.

When was Chennai Challenge registered as a charity?

Chennai Challenge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 January 2008 as charity number 1122261. It has been registered for 18 years.

Who runs Chennai Challenge?

Chennai Challenge is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert John Short. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Chennai Challenge operate?

Chennai Challenge operates across 4 areas: India, Staffordshire, Wolverhampton and London.

Is Chennai Challenge a registered charity?

Yes — Chennai Challenge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1122261.

Details

Address
23 PENDEFORD MILL LANE
CODSALL
WOLVERHAMPTON
WV8 1JG
Registration Date
11 January 2008
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4036347
Charity Number
1122261

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Trustees

Robert John Short Chair
Dr Ashit Shah
Dr Olayode Fatai
Jackie Davis
Mary Madziva
Michael Sam Nash
NICK PINCHES
Also governs 1 other charity
SUZANNE KELLY

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