Wateraid International
Also known as: Wai
WaterAid international (WAi) brings together the international group of WaterAid organisations to develop a global response to the world's water and sanitation crisis. WAi will help to consolidate relationships between WaterAid organisations and ensure that these organisations share a common vision, mission and values, as well as ensure greater coordination of strategy and policy.
Activities & Mission
WaterAid international (WAi) brings together the international group of WaterAid organisations to develop a global response to the world's water and sanitation crisis. WAi will help to consolidate relationships between WaterAid organisations and ensure that these organisations share a common vision, mission and values, as well as ensure greater coordination of strategy and policy.
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 74% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 414). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £915,000 | £903,000 | £903,000 | £225,000 | £225,000 | 7 / 0 |
| 2024 | £942,000 | £935,000 | £935,000 | £213,000 | £213,000 | 7 / 0 |
| 2023 | £894,000 | £893,000 | £893,000 | £206,000 | £206,000 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £955,000 | £950,000 | £950,000 | £205,000 | £205,000 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,180,000 | £1,121,000 | £1,121,000 | £200,000 | £0 | 6 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Wateraid International
What does Wateraid International do?
WaterAid international (WAi) brings together the international group of WaterAid organisations to develop a global response to the world's water and sanitation crisis. WAi will help to consolidate relationships between WaterAid organisations and ensure that these organisations share a common vision, mission and values, as well as ensure greater coordination of strategy and policy.
How much income did Wateraid International report in 2025?
Wateraid International reported total income of £915k and reported expenditure of £903k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Wateraid International?
Wateraid International has a program ratio of 98.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 74% of UK Associations charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 414 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Wateraid International registered as a charity?
Wateraid International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 September 2010 as charity number 1137900. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Wateraid International?
Wateraid International is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Maureen Patricia O'Neil. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wateraid International operate?
Wateraid International operates across 6 areas, including Australia, Canada, India and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Wateraid International a registered charity?
Yes — Wateraid International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137900.
Details
20 Canada Square
London
E14 5NN
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated