Orphans In Need
The relief of poverty and sickness anywhere in the world, and in particular, those affected by natural causes or by wars and conflicts either foreign or domestic To advance the education of persons in need, including orphans, anywhere in the world by the provision of financial aid and materials
Activities & Mission
The relief of poverty and sickness anywhere in the world, and in particular, those affected by natural causes or by wars and conflicts either foreign or domestic To advance the education of persons in need, including orphans, anywhere in the world by the provision of financial aid and materials
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 58% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £23,461,218 | £24,397,971 | £22,429,457 | £12,600,179 | £12,600,179 | 29 / 20 |
| 2024 | £22,490,180 | £21,229,434 | £19,233,188 | £13,536,932 | £13,536,932 | 38 / 20 |
| 2023 | £15,772,170 | £12,356,669 | £10,804,615 | £12,276,186 | £12,276,186 | 28 / 20 |
| 2022 | £16,002,798 | £14,572,813 | £12,821,628 | £8,860,685 | £8,860,685 | 29 / 20 |
| 2021 | £12,787,982 | £9,867,143 | £8,360,464 | £7,430,700 | £50,000 | 27 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Orphans In Need
What does Orphans In Need do?
The relief of poverty and sickness anywhere in the world, and in particular, those affected by natural causes or by wars and conflicts either foreign or domestic To advance the education of persons in need, including orphans, anywhere in the world by the provision of financial aid and materials
How much income did Orphans In Need report in 2025?
Orphans In Need reported total income of £23.46m and reported expenditure of £24.40m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Orphans In Need?
Orphans In Need has a program ratio of 95.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 58% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Orphans In Need registered as a charity?
Orphans In Need was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 2011 as charity number 1144812. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Orphans In Need?
Orphans In Need is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Orphans In Need operate?
Orphans In Need operates across 12 areas, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India and 9 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Orphans In Need a registered charity?
Yes — Orphans In Need is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144812.
Details
Windsor House
10 Manchester Road
BRADFORD
BD5 0QH
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