Light For The World CIO
LIGHT FOR THE WORLD is an international non-governmental organisation dedicated to giving equal opportunities to children and persons with disabilities in underserved countries.Our comprehensive programmes aim to sustainably reduce gaps in the provision of eye health care, community-based rehabilitation, education, economic inclusion and disability mainstreaming.
Activities & Mission
LIGHT FOR THE WORLD is an international non-governmental organisation dedicated to giving equal opportunities to children and persons with disabilities in underserved countries.Our comprehensive programmes aim to sustainably reduce gaps in the provision of eye health care, community-based rehabilitation, education, economic inclusion and disability mainstreaming.
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 72% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £537,659 | £536,058 | £536,058 | £4,260 | £4,260 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £494,398 | £494,345 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £752,420 | £752,563 | £751,647 | £2,606 | £0 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £434,539 | £434,539 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £841,041 | £840,855 | £840,855 | £2,749 | £2,749 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Light For The World CIO
What does Light For The World CIO do?
LIGHT FOR THE WORLD is an international non-governmental organisation dedicated to giving equal opportunities to children and persons with disabilities in underserved countries.Our comprehensive programmes aim to sustainably reduce gaps in the provision of eye health care, community-based rehabilitation, education, economic inclusion and disability mainstreaming.
How much income did Light For The World CIO report in 2024?
Light For The World CIO reported total income of £538k and reported expenditure of £536k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Light For The World CIO?
Light For The World CIO has a program ratio of 99.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Light For The World CIO registered as a charity?
Light For The World CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2016 as charity number 1166008. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Light For The World CIO?
Light For The World CIO is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jack McMahon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Light For The World CIO operate?
Light For The World CIO operates across 16 areas, including Bangladesh, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Burkina Faso and 13 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Light For The World CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Light For The World CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166008.
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E8 3PN
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