Issa Foundation
The principal objects of the charity are the advancement of education health and employment of people in need, in particular disadvantaged communities, by supporting projects that address these issues. The charity may also promote other identified projects from time to time as determined by the trustees.
Activities & Mission
The principal objects of the charity are the advancement of education health and employment of people in need, in particular disadvantaged communities, by supporting projects that address these issues. The charity may also promote other identified projects from time to time as determined by the trustees.
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 5% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 22% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £9,911,028 | £3,985,350 | £3,985,350 | £26,750,761 | £26,750,761 | 30 / 6 |
| 2023 | £7,650,924 | £4,223,338 | £4,223,338 | £20,825,083 | £0 | 20 / 7 |
| 2022 | £4,012,878 | £7,937,817 | £7,937,817 | £17,397,497 | £0 | 3 / 6 |
| 2021 | £10,719 | £6,730,966 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2020 | £894,671 | £7,408,730 | £7,408,730 | £28,042,683 | £0 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about Issa Foundation
What does Issa Foundation do?
The principal objects of the charity are the advancement of education health and employment of people in need, in particular disadvantaged communities, by supporting projects that address these issues. The charity may also promote other identified projects from time to time as determined by the trustees.
How much income did Issa Foundation report in 2024?
Issa Foundation reported total income of £9.91m and reported expenditure of £3.99m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Issa Foundation?
Issa Foundation has a program ratio of 40.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Issa Foundation registered as a charity?
Issa Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 March 2016 as charity number 1166025. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Issa Foundation?
Issa Foundation is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Issa Foundation operate?
Issa Foundation operates across 14 areas, including Albania, Bangladesh, Burma and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Issa Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Issa Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166025.
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