York City Of Sanctuary
Finding legal support for asylum seeker applications and supporting refugees to obtain the right to remain and or gain citizenship. We assist refugees applying for benefits and emergency housing.We maintain and develop links with donors to provide household items and clothing for refugee households in York and partners in Bradford, Wakefield and Hull.
Activities & Mission
Finding legal support for asylum seeker applications and supporting refugees to obtain the right to remain and or gain citizenship. We assist refugees applying for benefits and emergency housing.We maintain and develop links with donors to provide household items and clothing for refugee households in York and partners in Bradford, Wakefield and Hull.
Grants
York City Of Sanctuary makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £45,674
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, economic or community development and employment, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity and other charitable purposes
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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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £55,148 | £45,674 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2024 | £31,401 | £42,451 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2023 | £93,845 | £36,960 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2022 | £7,894 | £4,435 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £7,059 | £4,255 | 0 / 11 |
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Frequently asked questions about York City Of Sanctuary
What does York City Of Sanctuary do?
Finding legal support for asylum seeker applications and supporting refugees to obtain the right to remain and or gain citizenship. We assist refugees applying for benefits and emergency housing.We maintain and develop links with donors to provide household items and clothing for refugee households in York and partners in Bradford, Wakefield and Hull.
How much income did York City Of Sanctuary report in 2025?
York City Of Sanctuary reported total income of £55k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was York City Of Sanctuary registered as a charity?
York City Of Sanctuary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 2017 as charity number 1176094. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs York City Of Sanctuary?
York City Of Sanctuary is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ahmed Khaleel. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does York City Of Sanctuary operate?
York City Of Sanctuary operates across 7 areas, including Bradford City, City Of Wakefield, City Of York and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is York City Of Sanctuary a registered charity?
Yes — York City Of Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176094.
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Registry Information
Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated