Facing The World
Facing the World has pioneered a bold new approach to sustainable healthcare, resulting in self-run centres of excellence in the countries we work in. This approach ensures that children born with facial differences can receive the surgery they need, and that these centres can be replicated both nationally and internationally.
Activities & Mission
Facing the World has pioneered a bold new approach to sustainable healthcare, resulting in self-run centres of excellence in the countries we work in. This approach ensures that children born with facial differences can receive the surgery they need, and that these centres can be replicated both nationally and internationally.
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 76% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £530,813 | £589,377 | £539,919 | £446,178 | £354,062 | 3 / 140 |
| 2023 | £574,753 | £588,037 | £535,225 | £504,742 | £175,000 | 3 / 140 |
| 2022 | £441,081 | £391,892 | 0 / 140 | |||
| 2021 | £661,304 | £786,971 | £737,750 | £468,837 | £435,952 | 2 / 120 |
| 2020 | £548,217 | £499,192 | £412,435 | £594,504 | £408,005 | 1 / 120 |
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Frequently asked questions about Facing The World
What does Facing The World do?
Facing the World has pioneered a bold new approach to sustainable healthcare, resulting in self-run centres of excellence in the countries we work in. This approach ensures that children born with facial differences can receive the surgery they need, and that these centres can be replicated both nationally and internationally.
How much income did Facing The World report in 2024?
Facing The World reported total income of £531k and reported expenditure of £589k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Facing The World?
Facing The World has a program ratio of 101.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Facing The World registered as a charity?
Facing The World was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 July 2002 as charity number 1092772. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Facing The World?
Facing The World 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 Facing The World operate?
Facing The World operates across 2 areas: Vietnam and Kensington And Chelsea.
Is Facing The World a registered charity?
Yes — Facing The World is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1092772.
Details
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567 Fulham Road
LONDON
SW6 1ES
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