Hand In Hand International
Also known as: Hand in Hand India, Seed
Look at poverty differently and you'll see grassroots entrepreneurs, full of energy and ideas. We help turn women's skills and potential into jobs and they discover a way up and out of poverty. Our current areas of support are Eastern Africa and Afghanistan.
Activities & Mission
Look at poverty differently and you'll see grassroots entrepreneurs, full of energy and ideas. We help turn women's skills and potential into jobs and they discover a way up and out of poverty. Our current areas of support are Eastern Africa and Afghanistan.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £6,276,673 | £7,611,832 | £6,835,763 | £4,908,470 | £2,014,128 | 23 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,439,550 | £6,089,943 | £5,579,302 | £6,342,714 | £6,342,714 | 20 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,254,070 | £7,884,279 | £7,458,820 | £5,140,059 | £1,131,321 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £6,626,774 | £5,658,493 | £5,323,169 | £6,556,405 | £2,015,145 | 14 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,722,338 | £5,666,002 | £5,164,255 | £5,588,124 | £669,936 | 13 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Hand In Hand International
What does Hand In Hand International do?
Look at poverty differently and you'll see grassroots entrepreneurs, full of energy and ideas. We help turn women's skills and potential into jobs and they discover a way up and out of poverty. Our current areas of support are Eastern Africa and Afghanistan.
How much income did Hand In Hand International report in 2025?
Hand In Hand International reported total income of £6.28m and reported expenditure of £7.61m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Hand In Hand International?
Hand In Hand International has a program ratio of 108.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Hand In Hand International registered as a charity?
Hand In Hand International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 April 2006 as charity number 1113868. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Hand In Hand International?
Hand In Hand International is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Hand In Hand International operate?
Hand In Hand International operates across 3 areas: Afghanistan, Kenya and Tanzania.
Is Hand In Hand International a registered charity?
Yes — Hand In Hand International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1113868.
Details
101 - 103 Baker Street
London
W1U 6LN
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Also Known As
- Hand in Hand India
- Seed
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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