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Our Roots Inner City Lives

Also known as: Our Roots Inner City Lives Limited

To advance in life and help children and young people aged between 6 and 24resident in Wakefield and the surrounding area through:(a) the provision of support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.(b) the provision of recreational and leisure time activities.

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Activities & Mission

To advance in life and help children and young people aged between 6 and 24resident in Wakefield and the surrounding area through:(a) the provision of support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.(b) the provision of recreational and leisure time activities.

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

Latest Income
£34,485
Latest Expenditure
£16,974

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 49.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 49.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£34,485
£16,9740 / 5
2022
£13,408
£9,2340 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Our Roots Inner City Lives

What does Our Roots Inner City Lives do?

To advance in life and help children and young people aged between 6 and 24resident in Wakefield and the surrounding area through:(a) the provision of support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.(b) the provision of recreational and leisure time activities.

How much income did Our Roots Inner City Lives report in 2024?

Our Roots Inner City Lives reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Our Roots Inner City Lives registered as a charity?

Our Roots Inner City Lives was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 January 2022 as charity number 1197553. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Our Roots Inner City Lives?

Our Roots Inner City Lives is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Francis Jatta B.S. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Our Roots Inner City Lives operate?

Our Roots Inner City Lives operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Our Roots Inner City Lives a registered charity?

Yes — Our Roots Inner City Lives is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197553.

Details

Address
First Floor
Queen Street
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF1 1LE
Registration Date
18 January 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5178579
Charity Number
1197553

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Trustees

Francis Jatta B.S Chair
Emily Freer
FATOUMATA SANDEH

Also Known As

  • Our Roots Inner City Lives
  • Our Roots Inner City Lives Limited

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