Coptic Orphans
Coptic Orphans is a development organization that provides aid and support to vulnerable children in Egypt. Our main program is Not Alone, which serves over 9,000 orphans in Egypt, through mentorships with hundreds of church volunteers. Our emphasis is on transformation of children and those around them. Coptic Orphans also serves communities through the Valuable Girl and Diaspora projects.
Activities & Mission
Coptic Orphans is a development organization that provides aid and support to vulnerable children in Egypt. Our main program is Not Alone, which serves over 9,000 orphans in Egypt, through mentorships with hundreds of church volunteers. Our emphasis is on transformation of children and those around them. Coptic Orphans also serves communities through the Valuable Girl and Diaspora projects.
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
Higher than 74% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £622,588 | £626,163 | £626,163 | £104,899 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £638,808 | £612,624 | £612,624 | £108,474 | £0 | 0 / 1 |
| 2022 | £605,206 | £557,974 | £506,349 | £82,289 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £257,746 | £254,747 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £221,658 | £235,453 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Coptic Orphans
What does Coptic Orphans do?
Coptic Orphans is a development organization that provides aid and support to vulnerable children in Egypt. Our main program is Not Alone, which serves over 9,000 orphans in Egypt, through mentorships with hundreds of church volunteers. Our emphasis is on transformation of children and those around them. Coptic Orphans also serves communities through the Valuable Girl and Diaspora projects.
How much income did Coptic Orphans report in 2024?
Coptic Orphans reported total income of £623k and reported expenditure of £626k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Coptic Orphans?
Coptic Orphans has a program ratio of 100.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Coptic Orphans registered as a charity?
Coptic Orphans was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2009 as charity number 1133307. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Coptic Orphans?
Coptic Orphans is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is NERMIEN RIAD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Coptic Orphans operate?
Coptic Orphans operates across 2 areas: Egypt and London.
Is Coptic Orphans a registered charity?
Yes — Coptic Orphans is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133307.
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