Croydon Bme Forum
Also known as: Cbf
To provid opportunities for BME communities to discuss and prioritise the key issues affectingthem to a view to engaging decision and policy makers at the local level to factor in their prioritiesand planning and delivery public services.To build the capacity of BME voluntary and community sector organisations, To promote good relations between different races, building a cohesive Croydon.
Activities & Mission
To provid opportunities for BME communities to discuss and prioritise the key issues affectingthem to a view to engaging decision and policy makers at the local level to factor in their prioritiesand planning and delivery public services.To build the capacity of BME voluntary and community sector organisations, To promote good relations between different races, building a cohesive Croydon.
Grants
Croydon Bme Forum is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £1,408,899
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty and economic or community development and employment
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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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 | £1,555,030 | £1,408,899 | £1,408,899 | £743,536 | £451,620 | 22 / 33 |
| 2024 | £1,553,798 | £1,304,774 | £1,304,774 | £796,906 | £529,997 | 31 / 25 |
| 2023 | £1,126,067 | £1,006,810 | £1,006,810 | £547,882 | £547,882 | 24 / 20 |
| 2022 | £942,384 | £821,834 | £769,768 | £428,625 | £118,620 | 40 / 10 |
| 2021 | £349,314 | £287,947 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Croydon Bme Forum
What does Croydon Bme Forum do?
To provid opportunities for BME communities to discuss and prioritise the key issues affectingthem to a view to engaging decision and policy makers at the local level to factor in their prioritiesand planning and delivery public services.To build the capacity of BME voluntary and community sector organisations, To promote good relations between different races, building a cohesive Croydon.
How much income did Croydon Bme Forum report in 2025?
Croydon Bme Forum reported total income of £1.56m and reported expenditure of £1.41m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Croydon Bme Forum registered as a charity?
Croydon Bme Forum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 2005 as charity number 1108843. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Croydon Bme Forum?
Croydon Bme Forum is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAULETTE LEWIS MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Croydon Bme Forum operate?
Croydon Bme Forum operates across 7 areas, including Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Croydon Bme Forum a registered charity?
Yes — Croydon Bme Forum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108843.
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Also Known As
- Cbf
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- 9 November 2026
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