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Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid

Also known as: Focsa

Our mission is to help improve the lives of the most disadvantaged children of Colombia. We fulfill our mission by donating medical, educational and other necessary equipment to institutions that have been set up to help these children.

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Activities & Mission

Our mission is to help improve the lives of the most disadvantaged children of Colombia. We fulfill our mission by donating medical, educational and other necessary equipment to institutions that have been set up to help these children.

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

Latest Income
£25,849
Latest Expenditure
£72,789

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 281.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 281.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£25,849
£72,7890 / 20
2024
£91,292
£62,0940 / 20
2023
£31,507
£53,9680 / 20
2022
£67,911
£47,9910 / 20
2021
£44,246
£23,1560 / 10

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid

What does Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid do?

Our mission is to help improve the lives of the most disadvantaged children of Colombia. We fulfill our mission by donating medical, educational and other necessary equipment to institutions that have been set up to help these children.

How much income did Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid report in 2025?

Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £73k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid registered as a charity?

Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 1978 as charity number 274778. It has been registered for 48 years.

Who runs Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid?

Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Maria Parada Rajmankina. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid operate?

Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid operates in Colombia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Colombia For Social Aid is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274778.

Details

Address
Flat 3
32A Russell Hill
PURLEY
Surrey
CR8 2JA
Registration Date
1 March 1978
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
274778
Charity Number
274778

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Trustees

Maria Parada Rajmankina Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
AMANDA ARDILA MA
CLEMENCIA CORRADINE
Felipe Posada Amezquita
Lauren Driver Page
Patricia Marulanda
Silvia Eberstein

Also Known As

  • Focsa

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30 July 2026
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