Friends Of The British Overseas Territories
We aim to promote, support and increase awareness of the 260,000 British Citizens that live in the sixteen British Overseas Territories. We want to celebrate the culture, bio-diversity, and history of the territories and support students from the territories studying in the UK as well as holding successful networking/social events to discuss the challenges facing the Overseas Territories.
Activities & Mission
We aim to promote, support and increase awareness of the 260,000 British Citizens that live in the sixteen British Overseas Territories. We want to celebrate the culture, bio-diversity, and history of the territories and support students from the territories studying in the UK as well as holding successful networking/social events to discuss the challenges facing the Overseas Territories.
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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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 | £50,939 | £47,997 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £41,527 | £38,644 | 0 / 22 | |||
| 2023 | £55,248 | £53,755 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £41,155 | £40,902 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £16,596 | £14,684 | 0 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of The British Overseas Territories
What does Friends Of The British Overseas Territories do?
We aim to promote, support and increase awareness of the 260,000 British Citizens that live in the sixteen British Overseas Territories. We want to celebrate the culture, bio-diversity, and history of the territories and support students from the territories studying in the UK as well as holding successful networking/social events to discuss the challenges facing the Overseas Territories.
How much income did Friends Of The British Overseas Territories report in 2025?
Friends Of The British Overseas Territories reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of The British Overseas Territories registered as a charity?
Friends Of The British Overseas Territories was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 2014 as charity number 1156763. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Friends Of The British Overseas Territories?
Friends Of The British Overseas Territories is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Albert Andrew Poggio GMH OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of The British Overseas Territories operate?
Friends Of The British Overseas Territories operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of The British Overseas Territories a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of The British Overseas Territories is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1156763.
Details
PO Box 2635
ILFORD
United Kingdom
IG1 8UA
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