Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees
Also known as: Fodi
We seek to improve the mental health and well-being of all asylum seekers and refugees in Sunderland, whilst promoting their integration into the wider community. Our weekly Drop-in now extends to a Women?s group and added activities for all ages. Our intention is to develop these undertakings.FODI continues the work of the charity of the same name (registered charity 1153057). ?2011-2018.
Activities & Mission
We seek to improve the mental health and well-being of all asylum seekers and refugees in Sunderland, whilst promoting their integration into the wider community. Our weekly Drop-in now extends to a Women?s group and added activities for all ages. Our intention is to develop these undertakings.FODI continues the work of the charity of the same name (registered charity 1153057). ?2011-2018.
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
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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 | £179,247 | £158,248 | 0 / 38 | |||
| 2024 | £127,399 | £146,477 | 0 / 34 | |||
| 2023 | £178,667 | £133,065 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £91,217 | £92,603 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £86,253 | £61,447 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees
What does Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees do?
We seek to improve the mental health and well-being of all asylum seekers and refugees in Sunderland, whilst promoting their integration into the wider community. Our weekly Drop-in now extends to a Women?s group and added activities for all ages. Our intention is to develop these undertakings.FODI continues the work of the charity of the same name (registered charity 1153057). ?2011-2018.
How much income did Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees report in 2025?
Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees reported total income of £179k and reported expenditure of £158k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees registered as a charity?
Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 2018 as charity number 1176524. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees?
Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN NEWMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees operate?
Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of The Drop-In For Asylum Seekers And Refugees is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176524.
Details
The Co-Op Centre
Whitehouse Road
Hendon
Sunderland
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