Social Mission Institute ("smi")
Also known as: Smi
The Charity has a primary focus on supporting refugees, asylum-seekers and immigrants in the United Kingdom who are from North Korea and South Korea, in each case who have need of such facilities due to their age, financial hardship and/or social circumstances. This includes grants and other support to North Korean Saturday Schools, as well as Korean traditional cultural initiatives.
Activities & Mission
The Charity has a primary focus on supporting refugees, asylum-seekers and immigrants in the United Kingdom who are from North Korea and South Korea, in each case who have need of such facilities due to their age, financial hardship and/or social circumstances. This includes grants and other support to North Korean Saturday Schools, as well as Korean traditional cultural initiatives.
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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2021.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | £200 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2019 | £4,762 | £4,200 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2018 | £0 | £4,400 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2017 | £10,000 | £5,495 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Social Mission Institute ("smi")
What does Social Mission Institute ("smi") do?
The Charity has a primary focus on supporting refugees, asylum-seekers and immigrants in the United Kingdom who are from North Korea and South Korea, in each case who have need of such facilities due to their age, financial hardship and/or social circumstances. This includes grants and other support to North Korean Saturday Schools, as well as Korean traditional cultural initiatives.
How much income did Social Mission Institute ("smi") report in 2021?
Social Mission Institute ("smi") reported total income of £200.00 for the financial year ending 2021, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Social Mission Institute ("smi") registered as a charity?
Social Mission Institute ("smi") was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 May 2017 as charity number 1172975. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Social Mission Institute ("smi")?
Social Mission Institute ("smi") is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONG-MIN PARK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Social Mission Institute ("smi") operate?
Social Mission Institute ("smi") operates across 4 areas: China, North Korea, South Korea and England.
Is Social Mission Institute ("smi") a registered charity?
Yes — Social Mission Institute ("smi") is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172975.
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