The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation
The Foundation makes grants and donations to support projects in the UK and overseas, with a particular focus on Africa (especially East Africa) and South East Asia. Trustees' focus is on: - promoting strong and cohesive communities;- enabling young people to realise their potential; and, - empowering women and girls
Activities & Mission
The Foundation makes grants and donations to support projects in the UK and overseas, with a particular focus on Africa (especially East Africa) and South East Asia. Trustees' focus is on: - promoting strong and cohesive communities;- enabling young people to realise their potential; and, - empowering women and girls
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £457,419 | £875,744 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £2,242,083 | £1,437,518 | £1,437,518 | £2,320,781 | £2,320,781 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,933,593 | £2,453,725 | £2,453,725 | £1,745,869 | £0 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £891,414 | £1,180,622 | £1,180,622 | £2,222,191 | £2,193,833 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £950,317 | £1,043,029 | £1,043,029 | £2,370,966 | £597,787 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation
What does The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation do?
The Foundation makes grants and donations to support projects in the UK and overseas, with a particular focus on Africa (especially East Africa) and South East Asia. Trustees' focus is on: - promoting strong and cohesive communities;- enabling young people to realise their potential; and, - empowering women and girls
How much income did The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation report in 2025?
The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation reported total income of £457k and reported expenditure of £876k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation?
The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation has a program ratio of 64.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?
The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 2007 as charity number 1118481. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation?
The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation operate?
The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation operates across 6 areas, including Bangladesh, India, Kenya and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1118481.
Details
82 Oxford Road
UXBRIDGE
Middlesex
UB8 1UX
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