United Kingdom For Unhcr
Also known as: United Kingdom for Refugees, UK for Refugees, UK for Unhcr
UK for UNHCR fundraises on behalf of the UNHCR in order to support their assistance programmes, including promoting awareness, encouraging the advancement of education for and social inclusion, for the relief and protection of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and stateless persons.
Activities & Mission
UK for UNHCR fundraises on behalf of the UNHCR in order to support their assistance programmes, including promoting awareness, encouraging the advancement of education for and social inclusion, for the relief and protection of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and stateless persons.
Grants
United Kingdom For Unhcr is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £15,329,000
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
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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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 Information
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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 | £24,810,000 | £24,726,000 | £17,010,000 | £17,507,000 | £10,859,000 | 55 / 0 |
| 2024 | £25,532,000 | £25,329,000 | £17,158,000 | £17,423,000 | £12,045,000 | 53 / 0 |
| 2023 | £30,729,000 | £27,013,000 | £19,757,000 | £17,220,000 | £17,125,000 | 45 / 0 |
| 2022 | £55,748,000 | £46,016,000 | £40,210,000 | £13,504,000 | £11,772,000 | 33 / 0 |
| 2021 | £17,678,000 | £14,206,000 | £9,434,000 | £3,772,000 | £3,317,000 | 22 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about United Kingdom For Unhcr
What does United Kingdom For Unhcr do?
UK for UNHCR fundraises on behalf of the UNHCR in order to support their assistance programmes, including promoting awareness, encouraging the advancement of education for and social inclusion, for the relief and protection of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and stateless persons.
How much income did United Kingdom For Unhcr report in 2025?
United Kingdom For Unhcr reported total income of £24.81m and reported expenditure of £24.73m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was United Kingdom For Unhcr registered as a charity?
United Kingdom For Unhcr was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 May 2019 as charity number 1183415. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs United Kingdom For Unhcr?
United Kingdom For Unhcr is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charlotte Boyle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does United Kingdom For Unhcr operate?
United Kingdom For Unhcr operates across 86 areas, including Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria and 83 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is United Kingdom For Unhcr a registered charity?
Yes — United Kingdom For Unhcr is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183415.
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Also governs 5 other charities
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Also Known As
- United Kingdom for Refugees
- UK for Refugees
- UK for Unhcr
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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