Children And Families Across Borders (cfab)
Also known as: International Social Service of the United Kingdom, Children and Families Across Borders, Iss UK
Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB - formerly International Social Service UK) is the UK arm of the international ISS network. CFAB works to ensure the identification, care and protection of all children separated across borders - including children in care, unaccompanied children and the victims of trafficking - where possible reuniting them with their families in the UK and overseas.
Activities & Mission
Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB - formerly International Social Service UK) is the UK arm of the international ISS network. CFAB works to ensure the identification, care and protection of all children separated across borders - including children in care, unaccompanied children and the victims of trafficking - where possible reuniting them with their families in the UK and overseas.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 54% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £1,067,397 | £1,127,992 | £1,014,057 | £961,972 | £736,152 | 19 / 8 |
| 2024 | £973,603 | £1,062,118 | £949,844 | £1,022,567 | £790,676 | 21 / 5 |
| 2023 | £1,320,212 | £1,041,194 | £836,504 | £1,111,082 | £820,556 | 19 / 16 |
| 2022 | £834,914 | £850,048 | £721,833 | £832,064 | £659,002 | 18 / 3 |
| 2021 | £1,171,990 | £879,022 | £776,650 | £847,198 | £651,714 | 15 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Children And Families Across Borders (cfab)
What does Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) do?
Children and Families Across Borders (CFAB - formerly International Social Service UK) is the UK arm of the international ISS network. CFAB works to ensure the identification, care and protection of all children separated across borders - including children in care, unaccompanied children and the victims of trafficking - where possible reuniting them with their families in the UK and overseas.
How much income did Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) report in 2025?
Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) reported total income of £1.07m and reported expenditure of £1.13m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Children And Families Across Borders (cfab)?
Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) has a program ratio of 95.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 54% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) registered as a charity?
Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 2001 as charity number 1085541. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Children And Families Across Borders (cfab)?
Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) operate?
Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) a registered charity?
Yes — Children And Families Across Borders (cfab) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1085541.
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Also Known As
- International Social Service of the United Kingdom
- Children and Families Across Borders
- Iss UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated