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Open Arms Malawi

Open Arms Malawi is a charity that funds the relief of children in need in Malawi suffering from hardship, distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances by the provision of accommodation, support, education and love from birth to adulthood.

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Activities & Mission

Open Arms Malawi is a charity that funds the relief of children in need in Malawi suffering from hardship, distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances by the provision of accommodation, support, education and love from birth to adulthood.

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.

Country

Financial Information

Latest Income
£362,674
Latest Expenditure
£310,423

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£362,674
£310,4230 / 3
2024
£308,786
£326,7810 / 4
2023
£271,522
£322,0890 / 4
2022
£277,243
£350,2100 / 3
2021
£338,366
£560,2290 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Open Arms Malawi

What does Open Arms Malawi do?

Open Arms Malawi is a charity that funds the relief of children in need in Malawi suffering from hardship, distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances by the provision of accommodation, support, education and love from birth to adulthood.

How much income did Open Arms Malawi report in 2025?

Open Arms Malawi reported total income of £363k and reported expenditure of £310k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Open Arms Malawi registered as a charity?

Open Arms Malawi was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 February 2017 as charity number 1171686. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Open Arms Malawi?

Open Arms Malawi is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Angus Matthew Martin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Open Arms Malawi operate?

Open Arms Malawi operates in Malawi, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Open Arms Malawi a registered charity?

Yes — Open Arms Malawi is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171686.

Details

Address
Open Arms Malawi
Community House
46-50 East Parade
HARROGATE
North Yorkshire
HG1 5LT
Registration Date
20 February 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5092125
Charity Number
1171686

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Trustees

Angus Matthew Martin Chair
ANDREA JUNE AINLEY
CHARLES RICHARD HARTLEY
Also governs 1 other charity
GAVIN FRASER WILLIAM PARK
Jane Hartley
Also governs 1 other charity
JANETTE PEAK
STEPHEN ERIC WALKER

Sectors & Classifications

Data & trust

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