Cress
Also known as: Chalke Valley Africa Fund
Christian Relief Education Skills and Sustainability (CRESS) is based in Wiltshire, UK and has a partner organisation based in Arua, Uganda. It supports South Sudanese and Ugandan people, by providing educational bursaries for all ages; operating a primary healthcare clinic; education in agriculture skills using trained leaders, psychological trauma support and vocational training.
Activities & Mission
Christian Relief Education Skills and Sustainability (CRESS) is based in Wiltshire, UK and has a partner organisation based in Arua, Uganda. It supports South Sudanese and Ugandan people, by providing educational bursaries for all ages; operating a primary healthcare clinic; education in agriculture skills using trained leaders, psychological trauma support and vocational training.
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 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £327,799 | £298,300 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £396,587 | £348,160 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £318,277 | £293,762 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £314,389 | £292,855 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £223,155 | £239,909 | 0 / 17 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Cress
What does Cress do?
Christian Relief Education Skills and Sustainability (CRESS) is based in Wiltshire, UK and has a partner organisation based in Arua, Uganda. It supports South Sudanese and Ugandan people, by providing educational bursaries for all ages; operating a primary healthcare clinic; education in agriculture skills using trained leaders, psychological trauma support and vocational training.
How much income did Cress report in 2025?
Cress reported total income of £328k and reported expenditure of £298k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Cress registered as a charity?
Cress was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 April 2011 as charity number 1141343. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Cress?
Cress is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD JEREMY DAVID METCALFE OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cress operate?
Cress operates across 3 areas: South Sudan, Uganda and Wiltshire.
Is Cress a registered charity?
Yes — Cress is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1141343.
Details
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Also Known As
- Chalke Valley Africa Fund
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- 14 May 2026
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