Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO
Friends Without Borders helps people seeking asylum to access support when few other services remain accessible to them. We provide two ongoing projects which aim to problem-solve, reduce isolation and challenge the discrimination faced by our clients: our Drop-in provides advocacy and advice without appointment and our Access to Justice project provides legal advice.
Activities & Mission
Friends Without Borders helps people seeking asylum to access support when few other services remain accessible to them. We provide two ongoing projects which aim to problem-solve, reduce isolation and challenge the discrimination faced by our clients: our Drop-in provides advocacy and advice without appointment and our Access to Justice project provides legal advice.
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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 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Friends Without Borders (organisation 3970022)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £58,082 | £84,548 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £59,569 | £49,489 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £108,268 | £13,733 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO
What does Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO do?
Friends Without Borders helps people seeking asylum to access support when few other services remain accessible to them. We provide two ongoing projects which aim to problem-solve, reduce isolation and challenge the discrimination faced by our clients: our Drop-in provides advocacy and advice without appointment and our Access to Justice project provides legal advice.
How much income did Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO report in 2024?
Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO reported total income of £58k and reported expenditure of £85k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO registered as a charity?
Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 April 2021 as charity number 1194005. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO?
Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO operate?
Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO operates in Portsmouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Without Borders (portsmouth) CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194005.
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