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Children First International

Also known as: Children First

A small independent charity with a desire to help children by encouraging and facilitating the development of life-skills, better mental health and personal self-esteem whilst networking to raise awareness amongst children of other cultures.The charity operates in the UK and elsewhere to provide funding and non-financial support to help needy children, their families and their communities

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Activities & Mission

A small independent charity with a desire to help children by encouraging and facilitating the development of life-skills, better mental health and personal self-esteem whilst networking to raise awareness amongst children of other cultures.The charity operates in the UK and elsewhere to provide funding and non-financial support to help needy children, their families and their communities

Grants

Children First International makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2023)
£16,374
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people and other charities or voluntary bodies
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 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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,424
Latest Expenditure
£16,374

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 301.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£17,634
£20,5990 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Children First International

What does Children First International do?

A small independent charity with a desire to help children by encouraging and facilitating the development of life-skills, better mental health and personal self-esteem whilst networking to raise awareness amongst children of other cultures.The charity operates in the UK and elsewhere to provide funding and non-financial support to help needy children, their families and their communities

How much income did Children First International report in 2023?

Children First International reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Children First International registered as a charity?

Children First International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1996 as charity number 1057811. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Children First International?

Children First International is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is COLIN MANSELL CDipAF. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Children First International operate?

Children First International operates across 4 areas: Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Hampshire and West Berkshire.

Is Children First International a registered charity?

Yes — Children First International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057811.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
29 August 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1057811
Charity Number
1057811

Trustees

COLIN MANSELL CDipAF Chair
BEN FLECKNEY
NOEL SCOTT MANSELL FCCA

Also Known As

  • Children First

Data & trust

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