War Child
War Child protects, educates and stands up for the rights of children in war. We work in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. We understand children's needs, respect their rights, and support their recovery; from providing education for displaced children, to reintegrating child soldiers or promoting justice for children in detention to providing livelihood options.
Activities & Mission
War Child protects, educates and stands up for the rights of children in war. We work in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. We understand children's needs, respect their rights, and support their recovery; from providing education for displaced children, to reintegrating child soldiers or promoting justice for children in detention to providing livelihood options.
Grants
War Child is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Grants paid (2025)
- £12,294,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, 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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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
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £19,831,000 | £18,311,000 | £12,613,000 | £5,435,000 | £3,438,000 | 65 / 40 |
| 2024 | £13,091,000 | £12,700,000 | £8,520,000 | £3,915,000 | £2,570,000 | 58 / 40 |
| 2023 | £18,896,000 | £19,661,000 | £15,687,000 | £5,881,000 | £2,000,000 | 451 / 0 |
| 2022 | £19,096,000 | £16,960,000 | £14,041,000 | £6,648,000 | £2,200,000 | 239 / 0 |
| 2021 | £14,799,000 | £14,523,000 | £11,947,000 | £4,512,000 | £2,968,000 | 320 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about War Child
What does War Child do?
War Child protects, educates and stands up for the rights of children in war. We work in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. We understand children's needs, respect their rights, and support their recovery; from providing education for displaced children, to reintegrating child soldiers or promoting justice for children in detention to providing livelihood options.
How much income did War Child report in 2025?
War Child reported total income of £19.83m and reported expenditure of £18.31m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was War Child registered as a charity?
War Child was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1998 as charity number 1071659. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs War Child?
War Child is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does War Child operate?
War Child operates across 14 areas, including Afghanistan, Burundi, Central African Republic and 11 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is War Child a registered charity?
Yes — War Child is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071659.
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- 2 November 2026
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