Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund)
Also known as: Orphan Rescue Fund, Orfund
Orfund provides financial support, through individual sponsors, donations and general fund-raising, for the care and education of destitute and orphaned children through our partners in Malawi. Orfund is not responsible for the management of the services it supports but encourages good standards of care with appropriate arrangements for governance and safeguarding.
Activities & Mission
Orfund provides financial support, through individual sponsors, donations and general fund-raising, for the care and education of destitute and orphaned children through our partners in Malawi. Orfund is not responsible for the management of the services it supports but encourages good standards of care with appropriate arrangements for governance and safeguarding.
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
Financial Trend
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 | £21,923 | £20,770 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £24,094 | £18,064 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £16,370 | £16,730 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £23,182 | £17,307 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £18,149 | £17,083 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund)
What does Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) do?
Orfund provides financial support, through individual sponsors, donations and general fund-raising, for the care and education of destitute and orphaned children through our partners in Malawi. Orfund is not responsible for the management of the services it supports but encourages good standards of care with appropriate arrangements for governance and safeguarding.
How much income did Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) report in 2025?
Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) registered as a charity?
Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 June 1984 as charity number 289546. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund)?
Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sophie Elizabeth Hodge. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) operate?
Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) operates in Malawi, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) a registered charity?
Yes — Orfund (orphan Rescue Fund) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 289546.
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Also Known As
- Orphan Rescue Fund
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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