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
Grants
Orphans In Need is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £20,909,046
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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
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.
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.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated