Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k)
(1) To advance the education of orphans & other vulnerable children in rural Kenya & especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (2) The relief of poverty in particular but not exclusively amongst vulnerable widows, children & families in rural Kenya, especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (3) The relief of sickness & the preservation & protection of good health in Bungoma & surrounding
Activities & Mission
(1) To advance the education of orphans & other vulnerable children in rural Kenya & especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (2) The relief of poverty in particular but not exclusively amongst vulnerable widows, children & families in rural Kenya, especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (3) The relief of sickness & the preservation & protection of good health in Bungoma & surrounding
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 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £133,574 | £76,445 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £142,584 | £178,313 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £154,482 | £129,553 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £145,629 | £113,809 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £181,345 | £236,131 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k)
What does Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) do?
(1) To advance the education of orphans & other vulnerable children in rural Kenya & especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (2) The relief of poverty in particular but not exclusively amongst vulnerable widows, children & families in rural Kenya, especially in Bungoma & surrounding districts. (3) The relief of sickness & the preservation & protection of good health in Bungoma & surrounding
How much income did Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) report in 2025?
Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) reported total income of £134k and reported expenditure of £76k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) registered as a charity?
Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 July 2007 as charity number 1119959. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k)?
Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Elizabeth Ruth O'Donovan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) operate?
Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) operates in Kenya, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) a registered charity?
Yes — Widows And Orphans In Rural Kenya (w.o.r.k) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1119959.
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