The Methodist Relief And Development Fund
Also known as: Mrdf, All We Can
The Methodist Relief and Development Fund (operating as All We Can) is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person's potential fulfilled. Focussed on serving the world's most marginalised communities, it is rooted in the Christian faith.
Activities & Mission
The Methodist Relief and Development Fund (operating as All We Can) is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person's potential fulfilled. Focussed on serving the world's most marginalised communities, it is rooted in the Christian faith.
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 24% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,805,238 | £2,920,443 | £2,209,318 | £1,862,686 | £1,458,298 | 22 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,542,963 | £2,970,853 | £2,458,463 | £1,977,891 | £1,208,348 | 27 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,211,162 | £4,012,179 | £3,336,899 | £2,376,251 | £1,558,693 | 29 / 200 |
| 2022 | £4,349,356 | £3,987,506 | £3,448,913 | £3,190,939 | £2,505,096 | 25 / 200 |
| 2021 | £3,649,746 | £2,742,026 | £2,206,653 | £2,883,487 | £2,581,147 | 21 / 300 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Methodist Relief And Development Fund
What does The Methodist Relief And Development Fund do?
The Methodist Relief and Development Fund (operating as All We Can) is an international development and relief organisation, working to see every person's potential fulfilled. Focussed on serving the world's most marginalised communities, it is rooted in the Christian faith.
How much income did The Methodist Relief And Development Fund report in 2025?
The Methodist Relief And Development Fund reported total income of £2.81m and reported expenditure of £2.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Methodist Relief And Development Fund?
The Methodist Relief And Development Fund has a program ratio of 78.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Methodist Relief And Development Fund registered as a charity?
The Methodist Relief And Development Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 1985 as charity number 291691. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Methodist Relief And Development Fund?
The Methodist Relief And Development Fund is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christopher Miles Bridges Sutton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Methodist Relief And Development Fund operate?
The Methodist Relief And Development Fund operates across 10 areas, including Bangladesh, Ethiopia, India and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Methodist Relief And Development Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Methodist Relief And Development Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291691.
Details
25 Tavistock Place
London
WC1H 9SF
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- Mrdf
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- All We Can
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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