World Orthopaedic Concern UK
Also known as: W O C
The aim of WOC UK is to educate and train personnel to treat and rehabilitate injured and disabled people in the developing world. Members of the association periodically travel to the countries in need of such help to conduct the programmes. In Cambodia funds are utilised for hospital construction. Current actives are in Ethiopia, Malawi & Ghana.
Activities & Mission
The aim of WOC UK is to educate and train personnel to treat and rehabilitate injured and disabled people in the developing world. Members of the association periodically travel to the countries in need of such help to conduct the programmes. In Cambodia funds are utilised for hospital construction. Current actives are in Ethiopia, Malawi & Ghana.
Grants
World Orthopaedic Concern UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £75,878
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability
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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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.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £73,310 | £75,878 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £15,255 | £19,625 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £30,002 | £17,443 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £19,196 | £31,449 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about World Orthopaedic Concern UK
What does World Orthopaedic Concern UK do?
The aim of WOC UK is to educate and train personnel to treat and rehabilitate injured and disabled people in the developing world. Members of the association periodically travel to the countries in need of such help to conduct the programmes. In Cambodia funds are utilised for hospital construction. Current actives are in Ethiopia, Malawi & Ghana.
How much income did World Orthopaedic Concern UK report in 2025?
World Orthopaedic Concern UK reported total income of £73k 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 World Orthopaedic Concern UK registered as a charity?
World Orthopaedic Concern UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 1985 as charity number 291881. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs World Orthopaedic Concern UK?
World Orthopaedic Concern UK is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is STEPHEN JOHN MANNION. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Orthopaedic Concern UK operate?
World Orthopaedic Concern UK operates across 6 areas, including Cambodia, Ethiopia, Ghana and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Orthopaedic Concern UK a registered charity?
Yes — World Orthopaedic Concern UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 291881.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- W O C
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated