Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers
Also known as: Lewcas
LEWCAS is an ecumenical group working to help and campaign for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. We provide regular food and basic household items for the destitute, travel cards to enable asylum seekers to study English at Lewisham College and give financial support to the work of the Lewisham Refugee Network, Action for Refugees in Lewisham and sometimes to people in particular need.
Activities & Mission
LEWCAS is an ecumenical group working to help and campaign for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. We provide regular food and basic household items for the destitute, travel cards to enable asylum seekers to study English at Lewisham College and give financial support to the work of the Lewisham Refugee Network, Action for Refugees in Lewisham and sometimes to people in particular need.
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
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £15,522 | £18,110 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £25,447 | £12,158 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £19,405 | £21,350 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2022 | £15,406 | £18,902 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £23,692 | £20,135 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers
What does Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers do?
LEWCAS is an ecumenical group working to help and campaign for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. We provide regular food and basic household items for the destitute, travel cards to enable asylum seekers to study English at Lewisham College and give financial support to the work of the Lewisham Refugee Network, Action for Refugees in Lewisham and sometimes to people in particular need.
How much income did Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers report in 2025?
Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers registered as a charity?
Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 1998 as charity number 1070172. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers?
Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kate Elizabeth Riches. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers operate?
Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers operates in Lewisham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers a registered charity?
Yes — Lewisham Churches For Asylum Seekers is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1070172.
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