Refugee Biriyani & Bananas
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is a female and community-led grassroots humanitarian organisation providing emergency aid, advocacy and support to people affected by war, displacement and poverty. We deliver food, water and essential aid, and run the Community Humanitarian Leaders Programme (CHLP), supporting people with lived experience to be involved in humanitarian response and leadership.
Activities & Mission
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is a female and community-led grassroots humanitarian organisation providing emergency aid, advocacy and support to people affected by war, displacement and poverty. We deliver food, water and essential aid, and run the Community Humanitarian Leaders Programme (CHLP), supporting people with lived experience to be involved in humanitarian response and leadership.
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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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 | £423,041 | £373,007 | 0 / 355 | |||
| 2024 | £240,505 | £238,928 | 0 / 240 | |||
| 2023 | £203,373 | £188,132 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £210,951 | £137,628 | 0 / 85 | |||
| 2021 | £119,277 | £105,590 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Refugee Biriyani & Bananas
What does Refugee Biriyani & Bananas do?
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is a female and community-led grassroots humanitarian organisation providing emergency aid, advocacy and support to people affected by war, displacement and poverty. We deliver food, water and essential aid, and run the Community Humanitarian Leaders Programme (CHLP), supporting people with lived experience to be involved in humanitarian response and leadership.
How much income did Refugee Biriyani & Bananas report in 2025?
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas reported total income of £423k and reported expenditure of £373k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Refugee Biriyani & Bananas registered as a charity?
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 May 2020 as charity number 1189561. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Refugee Biriyani & Bananas?
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Amber Ritson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Refugee Biriyani & Bananas operate?
Refugee Biriyani & Bananas operates across 4 areas: Egypt, Greece, Occupied Palestinian Territories and England And Wales.
Is Refugee Biriyani & Bananas a registered charity?
Yes — Refugee Biriyani & Bananas is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189561.
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Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8DQ
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