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Christian Relief Uganda

Also known as: Cru

Christian Relief Uganda (CRU) was established in 1996 to support the pioneering work of missionary Maria Maw MBE in helping children and families in the underprivileged district of Kamuli in the Busoga Region of Uganda.Today CRU funding provides:-Education at all levels, Help to needy families and individuals, and sponsorship schemes.

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Activities & Mission

Christian Relief Uganda (CRU) was established in 1996 to support the pioneering work of missionary Maria Maw MBE in helping children and families in the underprivileged district of Kamuli in the Busoga Region of Uganda.Today CRU funding provides:-Education at all levels, Help to needy families and individuals, and sponsorship schemes.

Grants

Christian Relief Uganda is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£70,251
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing, religious activities, animals, economic or community development and employment and recreation

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.

Country

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£75,728
Latest Expenditure
£70,251

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 92.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£75,728
£70,2510 / 5
2024
£80,426
£68,0040 / 4
2023
£82,246
£74,8620 / 4
2022
£65,493
£64,8270 / 0
2021
£69,722
£70,4130 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Christian Relief Uganda

What does Christian Relief Uganda do?

Christian Relief Uganda (CRU) was established in 1996 to support the pioneering work of missionary Maria Maw MBE in helping children and families in the underprivileged district of Kamuli in the Busoga Region of Uganda.Today CRU funding provides:-Education at all levels, Help to needy families and individuals, and sponsorship schemes.

How much income did Christian Relief Uganda report in 2025?

Christian Relief Uganda reported total income of £76k and reported expenditure of £70k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Christian Relief Uganda registered as a charity?

Christian Relief Uganda was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 1996 as charity number 1055166. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Christian Relief Uganda?

Christian Relief Uganda is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julie Parker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Christian Relief Uganda operate?

Christian Relief Uganda operates across 2 areas: Uganda and England.

Is Christian Relief Uganda a registered charity?

Yes — Christian Relief Uganda is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1055166.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
7 May 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1055166
Charity Number
1055166

Trustees

Julie Parker Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Betaniya Tofik
Charles Thomas Parker
Helen Whitehead
Kim Harwood
Meriel Carboni
Paul Roebuck
Rhona Lesley Marshall Mrs

Also Known As

  • Cru

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