Oru Paanai
ORU PAANAI FUNDS 391 SCHOOLS IN NORTH SRI LANKA TO PROVIDE A MID DAY MEAL FOR OVER 43,000 CHILDREN. THE SCHOOL PREPARES A MEAL OF RICE AND VEGETABLES FOR ITS STUDENTS. THE RICE AND LENTILS ARE PROVIDED BY THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME. THE HELP WE GIVE ENABLES THE SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE A WHOLESOME AND PALATABLE RICE MEAL TO THE CHILDREN WHO LARGELY COME FROM HOMES LIVING BELOW THE POVERTY LINE.
Activities & Mission
ORU PAANAI FUNDS 391 SCHOOLS IN NORTH SRI LANKA TO PROVIDE A MID DAY MEAL FOR OVER 43,000 CHILDREN. THE SCHOOL PREPARES A MEAL OF RICE AND VEGETABLES FOR ITS STUDENTS. THE RICE AND LENTILS ARE PROVIDED BY THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME. THE HELP WE GIVE ENABLES THE SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE A WHOLESOME AND PALATABLE RICE MEAL TO THE CHILDREN WHO LARGELY COME FROM HOMES LIVING BELOW THE POVERTY LINE.
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
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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 | £183,523 | £183,156 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2023 | £184,326 | £190,944 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £174,546 | £210,367 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £111,922 | £77,967 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £70,378 | £107,806 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Oru Paanai
What does Oru Paanai do?
ORU PAANAI FUNDS 391 SCHOOLS IN NORTH SRI LANKA TO PROVIDE A MID DAY MEAL FOR OVER 43,000 CHILDREN. THE SCHOOL PREPARES A MEAL OF RICE AND VEGETABLES FOR ITS STUDENTS. THE RICE AND LENTILS ARE PROVIDED BY THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME. THE HELP WE GIVE ENABLES THE SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE A WHOLESOME AND PALATABLE RICE MEAL TO THE CHILDREN WHO LARGELY COME FROM HOMES LIVING BELOW THE POVERTY LINE.
How much income did Oru Paanai report in 2024?
Oru Paanai reported total income of £184k and reported expenditure of £183k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Oru Paanai registered as a charity?
Oru Paanai was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 2010 as charity number 1136376. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Oru Paanai?
Oru Paanai is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oru Paanai operate?
Oru Paanai operates in Sri Lanka, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Oru Paanai a registered charity?
Yes — Oru Paanai is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1136376.
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