Concern Worldwide (uk)
Concern Worldwide (UK) is an international humanitarian organisation specialising in tackling hunger in the world's poorest countries. Our mission is to help people living in extreme poverty achieve major improvements in their lives. Working in partnership we help them bring about long-lasting change and realise their basic human rights; to food, health, education and ultimately a life of dignity.
Activities & Mission
Concern Worldwide (UK) is an international humanitarian organisation specialising in tackling hunger in the world's poorest countries. Our mission is to help people living in extreme poverty achieve major improvements in their lives. Working in partnership we help them bring about long-lasting change and realise their basic human rights; to food, health, education and ultimately a life of dignity.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 62% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M (sample: 208). How is this calculated?
Higher than 35% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £36,482,378 | £39,022,757 | £34,437,910 | £3,524,598 | £2,080,968 | 73 / 135 |
| 2023 | £24,875,863 | £28,202,133 | £24,192,315 | £6,064,977 | £2,575,005 | 61 / 101 |
| 2022 | £30,701,545 | £25,138,136 | £20,906,000 | £9,391,247 | £2,715,831 | 65 / 101 |
| 2021 | £23,284,290 | £22,839,618 | £18,421,857 | £3,827,838 | £2,290,357 | 72 / 91 |
| 2020 | £34,468,633 | £33,685,242 | £29,784,226 | £3,383,166 | £2,075,469 | 69 / 203 |
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Frequently asked questions about Concern Worldwide (uk)
What does Concern Worldwide (uk) do?
Concern Worldwide (UK) is an international humanitarian organisation specialising in tackling hunger in the world's poorest countries. Our mission is to help people living in extreme poverty achieve major improvements in their lives. Working in partnership we help them bring about long-lasting change and realise their basic human rights; to food, health, education and ultimately a life of dignity.
How much income did Concern Worldwide (uk) report in 2024?
Concern Worldwide (uk) reported total income of £36.48m and reported expenditure of £39.02m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Concern Worldwide (uk)?
Concern Worldwide (uk) has a program ratio of 94.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 62% of UK Social welfare charities with income over £10M (sample of 208 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Concern Worldwide (uk) registered as a charity?
Concern Worldwide (uk) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 May 2002 as charity number 1092236. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Concern Worldwide (uk)?
Concern Worldwide (uk) is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Concern Worldwide (uk) operate?
Concern Worldwide (uk) operates across 29 areas, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burundi and 26 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Concern Worldwide (uk) a registered charity?
Yes — Concern Worldwide (uk) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1092236.
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