The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk)
Also known as: The C-H Foundation, Ciff UK
THE CHILDREN'S INVESTMENT FUND FOUNDATION IS AN INDEPENDENT PHILANTHROPIC ORGANISATION, WORKING WITH PARTNERS TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF POOR AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. USING DATA AND EVIDENCE FOR IMPACT AT SCALE, CIFF'S FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE CHILDREN AND MOTHERS' HEALTH AND NUTRITION, CHILDREN'S EDUCATION AND WELFARE, AND SMART WAYS TO SLOWDOWN CLIMATE CHANGE.
Activities & Mission
THE CHILDREN'S INVESTMENT FUND FOUNDATION IS AN INDEPENDENT PHILANTHROPIC ORGANISATION, WORKING WITH PARTNERS TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF POOR AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. USING DATA AND EVIDENCE FOR IMPACT AT SCALE, CIFF'S FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE CHILDREN AND MOTHERS' HEALTH AND NUTRITION, CHILDREN'S EDUCATION AND WELFARE, AND SMART WAYS TO SLOWDOWN CLIMATE CHANGE.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £66,684,274 | £508,444,170 | £499,057,426 | £4,807,068,253 | £858,012,800 | 225 / 0 |
| 2023 | £70,381,548 | £449,052,123 | £439,395,241 | £4,516,824,989 | £777,589,100 | 211 / 0 |
| 2022 | £41,392,327 | £409,827,075 | £397,397,790 | £4,115,685,357 | £758,882,327 | 195 / 0 |
| 2021 | £17,861,610 | £618,739,409 | £604,625,191 | £4,352,042,524 | £703,631,220 | 167 / 0 |
| 2020 | £13,646,501 | £298,637,562 | £287,985,977 | £4,384,025,499 | £469,082,691 | 132 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk)
What does The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) do?
THE CHILDREN'S INVESTMENT FUND FOUNDATION IS AN INDEPENDENT PHILANTHROPIC ORGANISATION, WORKING WITH PARTNERS TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF POOR AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. USING DATA AND EVIDENCE FOR IMPACT AT SCALE, CIFF'S FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE CHILDREN AND MOTHERS' HEALTH AND NUTRITION, CHILDREN'S EDUCATION AND WELFARE, AND SMART WAYS TO SLOWDOWN CLIMATE CHANGE.
How much income did The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) report in 2024?
The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) reported total income of £66.68m and reported expenditure of £508.44m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk)?
The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) has a program ratio of 210.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 99% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) registered as a charity?
The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 March 2002 as charity number 1091043. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk)?
The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) operate?
The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) operates across 30 areas, including Australia, Austria, Bangladesh and 27 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) a registered charity?
Yes — The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (uk) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091043.
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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