World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts
Also known as: Wagggs
The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is dedicated to girls and young women in the world. Our diverse Movement represents ten million girls and young women from 150 countries. Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting transforms the lives of girls and young women worldwide, supporting and empowering them to achieve their fullest potential and become responsible citizens of the world.
Activities & Mission
The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is dedicated to girls and young women in the world. Our diverse Movement represents ten million girls and young women from 150 countries. Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting transforms the lives of girls and young women worldwide, supporting and empowering them to achieve their fullest potential and become responsible citizens of the world.
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 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Beneficiary group 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £8,795,000 | £8,323,000 | £7,469,000 | £11,783,000 | £3,811,000 | 75 / 5 |
| 2023 | £7,382,000 | £7,713,000 | £5,976,000 | £11,199,000 | £3,364,000 | 73 / 6 |
| 2022 | £8,360,000 | £6,877,000 | £5,587,000 | £11,596,000 | £2,571,000 | 75 / 7 |
| 2021 | £4,790,000 | £5,845,000 | £5,344,000 | £11,309,000 | £3,283,000 | 96 / 9 |
| 2020 | £8,001,000 | £6,509,000 | £5,969,000 | £11,974,000 | £3,399,000 | 103 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts
What does World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts do?
The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is dedicated to girls and young women in the world. Our diverse Movement represents ten million girls and young women from 150 countries. Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting transforms the lives of girls and young women worldwide, supporting and empowering them to achieve their fullest potential and become responsible citizens of the world.
How much income did World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts report in 2024?
World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts reported total income of £8.79m and reported expenditure of £8.32m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts?
World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts has a program ratio of 84.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts registered as a charity?
World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 2014 as charity number 1159255. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts?
World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Candela Gonzalez. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts operate?
World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts operates across 154 areas, including Albania, Algeria, American Samoa and 151 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts a registered charity?
Yes — World Association Of Girl Guides And Girl Scouts is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159255.
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