Options For International Health
Also known as: Oih
The purpose of the Charity is the prevention and relief of sickness and the preservation and promotion of mental and physical health for the public benefit worldwide with a focus on increasing public awareness, support and attention toward ending the practice known as Female Genitalia Mutilation/Cutting.
Activities & Mission
The purpose of the Charity is the prevention and relief of sickness and the preservation and promotion of mental and physical health for the public benefit worldwide with a focus on increasing public awareness, support and attention toward ending the practice known as Female Genitalia Mutilation/Cutting.
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 72% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £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 | £1,615,088 | £1,615,088 | £1,615,088 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,429,376 | £1,429,376 | £1,429,376 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,734,906 | £1,734,906 | £1,734,906 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,639,909 | £1,639,909 | £1,639,909 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,347,838 | £1,347,838 | £1,347,838 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Options For International Health
What does Options For International Health do?
The purpose of the Charity is the prevention and relief of sickness and the preservation and promotion of mental and physical health for the public benefit worldwide with a focus on increasing public awareness, support and attention toward ending the practice known as Female Genitalia Mutilation/Cutting.
How much income did Options For International Health report in 2024?
Options For International Health reported total income of £1.62m and reported expenditure of £1.62m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Options For International Health?
Options For International Health has a program ratio of 100.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Options For International Health registered as a charity?
Options For International Health was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 January 2015 as charity number 1160066. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Options For International Health?
Options For International Health is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Harcourt. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Options For International Health operate?
Options For International Health operates across 11 areas, including Burkina Faso, Egypt, Ethiopia and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Options For International Health a registered charity?
Yes — Options For International Health is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160066.
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- 14 May 2026
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