Family Friends
Family Friends' objectives are the relief of children and parents in despair and distress and the prevention of emotional and physical abuse of such children. The aims of the charity are to give long-term practical and emotional support to parents and children in need through trained volunteers.
Activities & Mission
Family Friends' objectives are the relief of children and parents in despair and distress and the prevention of emotional and physical abuse of such children. The aims of the charity are to give long-term practical and emotional support to parents and children in need through trained volunteers.
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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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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 | £347,506 | £318,035 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £294,570 | £307,546 | 0 / 85 | |||
| 2023 | £290,956 | £261,722 | 0 / 67 | |||
| 2022 | £236,135 | £238,428 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2021 | £222,098 | £208,457 | 0 / 39 |
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Frequently asked questions about Family Friends
What does Family Friends do?
Family Friends' objectives are the relief of children and parents in despair and distress and the prevention of emotional and physical abuse of such children. The aims of the charity are to give long-term practical and emotional support to parents and children in need through trained volunteers.
How much income did Family Friends report in 2025?
Family Friends reported total income of £348k and reported expenditure of £318k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Family Friends registered as a charity?
Family Friends was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 1993 as charity number 1028214. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs Family Friends?
Family Friends is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Family Friends operate?
Family Friends operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Family Friends a registered charity?
Yes — Family Friends is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1028214.
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7 Thorpe Close
LONDON
W10 5XL
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