World Villages For Children
To relieve poverty suffered by children thoughout the world by providing them with food, clothing, shelter and education, including vocational training, so that they can break free from a life of poverty and despair. Educate the public concerning children and adults living in poverty and promote the advancement of religion in the charitable works undertaken.
Activities & Mission
To relieve poverty suffered by children thoughout the world by providing them with food, clothing, shelter and education, including vocational training, so that they can break free from a life of poverty and despair. Educate the public concerning children and adults living in poverty and promote the advancement of religion in the charitable works undertaken.
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 25% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,231,776 | £2,087,720 | £1,729,447 | £708,005 | £10,154 | 5 / 1 |
| 2023 | £2,365,435 | £2,238,877 | £1,873,738 | £563,949 | £89,718 | 5 / 1 |
| 2022 | £2,203,474 | £2,477,905 | £2,138,421 | £437,391 | £215,592 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,748,808 | £2,734,592 | £2,361,570 | £711,822 | £244,241 | 6 / 1 |
| 2020 | £3,019,184 | £2,875,248 | £2,525,233 | £697,606 | £577,515 | 6 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about World Villages For Children
What does World Villages For Children do?
To relieve poverty suffered by children thoughout the world by providing them with food, clothing, shelter and education, including vocational training, so that they can break free from a life of poverty and despair. Educate the public concerning children and adults living in poverty and promote the advancement of religion in the charitable works undertaken.
How much income did World Villages For Children report in 2024?
World Villages For Children reported total income of £2.23m and reported expenditure of £2.09m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is World Villages For Children?
World Villages For Children has a program ratio of 77.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was World Villages For Children registered as a charity?
World Villages For Children was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 November 1996 as charity number 1058973. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs World Villages For Children?
World Villages For Children is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Villages For Children operate?
World Villages For Children operates across 6 areas, including Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Villages For Children a registered charity?
Yes — World Villages For Children is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1058973.
Details
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