Islamic Relief Worldwide
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Islamic Relief
1. Responding to emergencies2. Caring for orphans and children in need3. Supporting education4. Providing access to health care and water5. Promoting sustainable livelihood6. Campaigning and advocacy on humanitrian issues
Activities & Mission
1. Responding to emergencies2. Caring for orphans and children in need3. Supporting education4. Providing access to health care and water5. Promoting sustainable livelihood6. Campaigning and advocacy on humanitrian issues
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 Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £275,575,689 | £303,818,278 | £280,647,102 | £121,747,915 | £47,610,454 | 501 / 1000 |
| 2023 | £274,694,061 | £235,062,014 | £213,389,392 | £150,082,129 | £42,422,999 | 494 / 1000 |
| 2022 | £234,179,120 | £193,225,557 | £174,338,358 | £110,210,782 | £14,370,835 | 469 / 1000 |
| 2021 | £182,941,236 | £173,536,858 | £157,215,065 | £69,251,980 | £14,370,835 | 448 / 1000 |
| 2020 | £148,990,396 | £129,491,478 | £115,455,788 | £59,837,534 | £12,362,493 | 465 / 1000 |
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Frequently asked questions about Islamic Relief Worldwide
What does Islamic Relief Worldwide do?
1. Responding to emergencies2. Caring for orphans and children in need3. Supporting education4. Providing access to health care and water5. Promoting sustainable livelihood6. Campaigning and advocacy on humanitrian issues
How much income did Islamic Relief Worldwide report in 2024?
Islamic Relief Worldwide reported total income of £275.58m and reported expenditure of £303.82m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Islamic Relief Worldwide?
Islamic Relief Worldwide has a program ratio of 101.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Islamic Relief Worldwide registered as a charity?
Islamic Relief Worldwide was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 April 1989 as charity number 328158. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Islamic Relief Worldwide?
Islamic Relief Worldwide is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is HAROUN ATALLAH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Islamic Relief Worldwide operate?
Islamic Relief Worldwide operates across 40 areas, including Afghanistan, Albania, Bangladesh and 37 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Islamic Relief Worldwide a registered charity?
Yes — Islamic Relief Worldwide is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 328158.
Details
19 Rea Street South
BIRMINGHAM
B5 6LB
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- 14 May 2026
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