Children Of The Mekong
Also known as: The Minerva Treehouse
Children of the Mekong is the UK branch of Enfants du Mekong, a French charity founded in Laos in 1958. Our mission is to educate, train and mentor the poorest children and young people.We run sponsorship programmes, developments projects, education centres and foster houses in six countries of Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.
Activities & Mission
Children of the Mekong is the UK branch of Enfants du Mekong, a French charity founded in Laos in 1958. Our mission is to educate, train and mentor the poorest children and young people.We run sponsorship programmes, developments projects, education centres and foster houses in six countries of Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.
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
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 | £336,873 | £346,953 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £297,033 | £338,207 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2023 | £262,275 | £213,410 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £230,985 | £221,308 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £239,762 | £236,486 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Children Of The Mekong
What does Children Of The Mekong do?
Children of the Mekong is the UK branch of Enfants du Mekong, a French charity founded in Laos in 1958. Our mission is to educate, train and mentor the poorest children and young people.We run sponsorship programmes, developments projects, education centres and foster houses in six countries of Southeast Asia: Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam.
How much income did Children Of The Mekong report in 2025?
Children Of The Mekong reported total income of £337k and reported expenditure of £347k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Children Of The Mekong registered as a charity?
Children Of The Mekong was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 October 2006 as charity number 1116375. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Children Of The Mekong?
Children Of The Mekong is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JEAN-MARC DEBRICON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Children Of The Mekong operate?
Children Of The Mekong operates across 6 areas, including Burma, Cambodia, Laos and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Children Of The Mekong a registered charity?
Yes — Children Of The Mekong is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1116375.
Details
LONDON
W3 7PE
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Also Known As
- The Minerva Treehouse
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- 14 May 2026
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