Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef)
Also known as: Commonwealth Countries League Education Fund, Commonwealth Countries League Education Fund (cclef), C C L Education Fund
The CGEF provides sponsorship grants to girls for secondary or high school education in their own Commonwealth country in cases where this might otherwise not be possible. Support is tailored to the individual needs of each girl based on academic potential, merit and need.
Activities & Mission
The CGEF provides sponsorship grants to girls for secondary or high school education in their own Commonwealth country in cases where this might otherwise not be possible. Support is tailored to the individual needs of each girl based on academic potential, merit and need.
Grants
Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £71,852
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £110,307 | £71,852 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £115,985 | £92,097 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £51,168 | £96,132 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £58,325 | £79,514 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2021 | £204,124 | £69,473 | 0 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef)
What does Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) do?
The CGEF provides sponsorship grants to girls for secondary or high school education in their own Commonwealth country in cases where this might otherwise not be possible. Support is tailored to the individual needs of each girl based on academic potential, merit and need.
How much income did Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) report in 2025?
Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) reported total income of £110k and reported expenditure of £72k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) registered as a charity?
Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1995 as charity number 1048908. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef)?
Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROXANNE ST CLAIR. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) operate?
Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) a registered charity?
Yes — Commonwealth Girls Education Fund (cgef) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1048908.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Commonwealth Countries League Education Fund
- Commonwealth Countries League Education Fund (cclef)
- C C L Education Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated