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The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom

Also known as: Friends of Eritrea U K

The Friends of Eritrea/ UK is an independent charity, whose main objectives are:Support to education and relief of sickness and poverty in Eritrea.To solicit aid from governments, institutions and individuals in the UK and elsewhere.To promote technology transfer to schools and HE centres in Eritrea that share these objectives and to support new Eritrean refugees coming into the UK.

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Activities & Mission

The Friends of Eritrea/ UK is an independent charity, whose main objectives are:Support to education and relief of sickness and poverty in Eritrea.To solicit aid from governments, institutions and individuals in the UK and elsewhere.To promote technology transfer to schools and HE centres in Eritrea that share these objectives and to support new Eritrean refugees coming into the UK.

Grants

The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending
£4,272
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty and overseas aid or famine relief

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£2,122
Latest Expenditure
£4,272

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 201.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom

What does The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom do?

The Friends of Eritrea/ UK is an independent charity, whose main objectives are:Support to education and relief of sickness and poverty in Eritrea.To solicit aid from governments, institutions and individuals in the UK and elsewhere.To promote technology transfer to schools and HE centres in Eritrea that share these objectives and to support new Eritrean refugees coming into the UK.

When was The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 January 1996 as charity number 1052161. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom?

The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR ZERAI WOLDEHIWET. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom operate?

The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom operates across 5 areas, including Eritrea, Cheshire West & Chester, Lambeth and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Eritrea In The United Kingdom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1052161.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 January 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1052161
Charity Number
1052161

Trustees

DR ZERAI WOLDEHIWET Chair
HAREGU GHEBREMICHAEL
JAMES TRAFFORD

Also Known As

  • Friends of Eritrea U K

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