Children Change Colombia
Also known as: Children of the Andes
Children Change Colombia was established in 1991. We are the largest UK charity working exclusively in Colombia. We work on neglected issues facing children and young people in Colombia that pose a serious threat to children's rights and wellbeing. In particular: Recruitment into armed groups and reintegration into society; Sexual and gender based violence; and Exclusion from education.
Activities & Mission
Children Change Colombia was established in 1991. We are the largest UK charity working exclusively in Colombia. We work on neglected issues facing children and young people in Colombia that pose a serious threat to children's rights and wellbeing. In particular: Recruitment into armed groups and reintegration into society; Sexual and gender based violence; and Exclusion from education.
Grants
Children Change Colombia is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,094,396
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, overseas aid or famine relief, arts, culture, heritage, or science and economic or community development and employment
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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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 | £1,328,053 | £1,314,764 | £1,287,069 | £380,743 | £117,185 | 4 / 15 |
| 2024 | £750,309 | £639,519 | £597,355 | £367,454 | £127,180 | 6 / 18 |
| 2023 | £626,843 | £621,394 | £577,566 | £256,664 | £141,668 | 5 / 16 |
| 2022 | £445,702 | £376,310 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £369,967 | £323,867 | 0 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Children Change Colombia
What does Children Change Colombia do?
Children Change Colombia was established in 1991. We are the largest UK charity working exclusively in Colombia. We work on neglected issues facing children and young people in Colombia that pose a serious threat to children's rights and wellbeing. In particular: Recruitment into armed groups and reintegration into society; Sexual and gender based violence; and Exclusion from education.
How much income did Children Change Colombia report in 2025?
Children Change Colombia reported total income of £1.33m and reported expenditure of £1.31m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Children Change Colombia registered as a charity?
Children Change Colombia was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 April 1999 as charity number 1075037. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Children Change Colombia?
Children Change Colombia is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Carolina Giraldo Suarez. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Children Change Colombia operate?
Children Change Colombia operates in Colombia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Children Change Colombia a registered charity?
Yes — Children Change Colombia is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1075037.
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Also Known As
- Children of the Andes
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated