Cherish Fund
Also known as: Cherish Fund Child Care
Cherish works with children and families in crisis, in Africa and the UK. In Africa we focus on education, relief and development, while in the UK we have worked with victims of domestic violence, and children in areas of high deprivation. Cherish always works direct with local service providers. All projects have been inspected by a trustee, or other nominated person.
Activities & Mission
Cherish works with children and families in crisis, in Africa and the UK. In Africa we focus on education, relief and development, while in the UK we have worked with victims of domestic violence, and children in areas of high deprivation. Cherish always works direct with local service providers. All projects have been inspected by a trustee, or other nominated person.
Grants
Cherish Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £25,223
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and religious activities
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.
Country
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £20,882 | £25,223 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £51,090 | £52,779 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £51,091 | £53,313 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £41,387 | £38,040 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £29,875 | £30,246 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cherish Fund
What does Cherish Fund do?
Cherish works with children and families in crisis, in Africa and the UK. In Africa we focus on education, relief and development, while in the UK we have worked with victims of domestic violence, and children in areas of high deprivation. Cherish always works direct with local service providers. All projects have been inspected by a trustee, or other nominated person.
How much income did Cherish Fund report in 2025?
Cherish Fund reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Cherish Fund registered as a charity?
Cherish Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 1992 as charity number 1012868. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Cherish Fund?
Cherish Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Richard Martin Clark. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cherish Fund operate?
Cherish Fund operates across 5 areas, including Malawi, Sierra Leone, Uganda and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cherish Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Cherish Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1012868.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Cherish Fund Child Care
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated