Islamic Aid
Originally founded in 2000 as a trust (1078489) and became a CIO in 2021 (No 1189918), enhancing transparency, accountability and capacity to steward donor funds. Its mission is the Prevention or Relief of Poverty, including strengthening public systems in healthcare, education and livelihoods to create sustainable, community-anchored solutions through the ELEVATUM Framework for lasting impact.
Activities & Mission
Originally founded in 2000 as a trust (1078489) and became a CIO in 2021 (No 1189918), enhancing transparency, accountability and capacity to steward donor funds. Its mission is the Prevention or Relief of Poverty, including strengthening public systems in healthcare, education and livelihoods to create sustainable, community-anchored solutions through the ELEVATUM Framework for lasting impact.
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 8% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 14% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 10% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2023 — Islamic Aid (organisation 3963913)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,588,613 | £2,943,516 | £2,030,302 | £23,864,654 | £23,906,099 | 3 / 0 |
| 2024 | £6,288,291 | £3,240,392 | £1,753,953 | £20,219,557 | £20,219,557 | 2 / 11 |
| 2023 | £19,680,830 | £2,509,172 | £1,651,975 | £17,171,658 | £0 | 2 / 7 |
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 7 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 7 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Islamic Aid
What does Islamic Aid do?
Originally founded in 2000 as a trust (1078489) and became a CIO in 2021 (No 1189918), enhancing transparency, accountability and capacity to steward donor funds. Its mission is the Prevention or Relief of Poverty, including strengthening public systems in healthcare, education and livelihoods to create sustainable, community-anchored solutions through the ELEVATUM Framework for lasting impact.
How much income did Islamic Aid report in 2025?
Islamic Aid reported total income of £6.59m and reported expenditure of £2.94m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Islamic Aid?
Islamic Aid has a program ratio of 30.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Islamic Aid registered as a charity?
Islamic Aid was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2020 as charity number 1189918. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Islamic Aid?
Islamic Aid is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MAHMOOD-UL HASSAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Islamic Aid operate?
Islamic Aid operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Islamic Aid a registered charity?
Yes — Islamic Aid is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189918.
Details
29 CHURCH HILL
LONDON
E17 3AB
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- 14 May 2026
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