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Charity	Reg. date	Latest income	Activities	Region ?
Plymouth Marine Laboratory Charity number 1091222	20/03/2002	Latest income £16,390,000 [Mar 2025]	PML undertakes scientifically excellent research that generates greater understanding of the marine environment, the threats it faces, and its relationship with society. PML uses this greater understanding to effect demonstrable change in the way in which the marine environment is appreciated, managed, protected and valued. PML activities are aimed at supporting a sustainable ocean for society. Work in Cambodia, Philippines, South Africa, Bangladesh, Australia, South Korea, Norway, Malaysia, Japan, China and India	UK registered office: South West
The Central British Fund for World Jewish Relief Charity number 290767	18/07/1985	Latest income £15,456,679 [Jun 2025]	World Jewish Relief is the UK Jewish community's international development and humanitarian agency. We tackle Jewish poverty and reach beyond our community. We create opportunities for those out of work to become self-reliant, we bring dignity to the elderly, assistance to refugees and we respond to international disasters. Work in Belarus, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Ukraine, Uganda, Rwanda, Russia, Poland, Greece, Georgia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Philippines, Afghanistan, Haiti, Türkiye, Nepal, Mozambique and Kenya	UK registered office: London
Frontline AIDS Charity number 1038860	08/07/1994	Latest income £15,993,453 [Dec 2024]	Frontline AIDS is the new name of the International HIV/AIDS Alliance. The charity is the UK-based secretariat of a global partnership of national organisations working to support community action on HIV and AIDS. National partners and local community groups are supported by technical expertise, policy work and fundraising carried out at the secretariat and across the global partnership. Work in Afghanistan, South Sudan, Algeria, Argentina, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Côte d'Ivoire, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Namibia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Peru, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Uganda, Ukraine, United States, Vietnam, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe	UK registered office: South East
UK Curriculum and Accreditation Body (Ukcab) Charity number 1153197	01/08/2013	Latest income £24,115,535 [Dec 2024]	1) Educate people about renal problems and renal failure, Initial stage problems and remedies, Dialysis and its types, Motivation during this life saving treatment, Motivate people to register as Organ Donation.2) Educate people for clean drinking water, 3) Education for All without borders, race and religion.4) Feed the needy & homeless.5) Vocational Education for Girls. Work in Pakistan and Nigeria	UK registered office: West Midlands
The Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies Charity number 210639	04/10/1962	Latest income £16,616,542 [Mar 2025]	RUSI is the UK's leading independent think tank on international defence and security. Its mission is to be an analytical research-led global forum for informing, influencing and enhancing public debate on a safer and more stable world. Work in United States, Belgium and Kenya	UK registered office: London
Compassion in World Farming International Charity number 1095050	16/12/2002	Latest income £14,033,834 [Mar 2026]	Our activities include:- Strengthening EU legislation and enforcement on animal welfare.- Persuading food companies to sell higher welfare products across their entire product ranges.- Enabling consumers to make higher welfare food choices.- Persuading intergovernmental agencies to adopt higher welfare policies.- Supporting producers who champion higher welfare practices. Work in Spain, United States, Czechia, China, Belgium, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, France, Ireland, South Africa and Ukraine	UK registered office: South East
Pharo Foundation Charity number 1143152	28/07/2011	Latest income £547,802 [Dec 2025]	Our Vision is an inclusive and economically vibrant Africa. Our Mission is to achieve our vision by investing in Africa's human and physical capital, with a strong focus on job creation. Our Values are passion and respect, creativity and entrepreneurship, trust and accountability. Work in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda	UK registered office: London
Farm Africa Limited Charity number 326901	02/08/1985	Latest income £16,877,000 [Dec 2024]	Farm Africa is an international non-governmental organisation whose vision is of a prosperous rural Africa. Our aim is to reduce poverty permanently by unleashing African farmers' abilities to grow their incomes and manage their natural resources sustainably. Work in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya	UK registered office: London
Britain Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) Charity number 1127633	20/01/2009	Latest income £14,708,000 [Dec 2025]	Sustaining our church and faith; Supporting Quaker meetings; Promoting Quakerism; Witness through Action. Work in Switzerland, Belgium, Ireland, Uganda, Kenya, Israel and Burundi	UK registered office: London
Winchester Diocesan Board of Finance Charity number 249276	04/10/1966	Latest income £14,249,000 [Dec 2025]	Supporting the ministry in, and the mission of, church of england parishes in the diocese of winchester Work in Burundi, Myanmar, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Uganda	UK registered office: South East
International Alert Charity number 327553	24/09/1987	Latest income £15,543,447 [Dec 2025]	International Alert works with people directly affected by conflict to build lasting peace. We focus on solving the root causes of conflict with people from across divides. From the grassroots to the policy level, we bring people together to build peace. Experienced and respected, we have a proud track record of achieving change in fragile and conflict-affected countries and territories. Work in Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Ethiopia, Georgia, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Mali, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ukraine, Uganda, Tunisia, Rwanda, Netherlands and Niger	UK registered office: London
Tusk Trust Limited Charity number 1186533	22/11/2019	Latest income £15,565,125 [Dec 2025]	Tusk's mission is to amplify the impact of progressive conservation initiatives across africa. We partner with the most effective local organisations, investing in their in-depth knowledge and expertise, to protect endangered species, reduce human-wildlife conflict, find sustainable solutions to preserve critical habitats and combat the global demand for illegal wildlife products. Work in Madagascar, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Rwanda, Senegal, Mali, Malawi, Liberia, Kenya, Guinea, Ghana, Gabon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Comoros, Cameroon, Botswana and Angola	UK registered office: South West
The Bath and Wells Diocesan Board of Finance Charity number 249398	05/10/1966	Latest income £15,840,000 [Dec 2025]	To promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bath and Wells; to organise and provide funds in aid of the work and ministry of the church. Work in Zambia	UK registered office: South West
The World Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Muslim Communities Charity number 282303	01/06/1982	Latest income £15,915,991 [Dec 2024]	The World Federation of KSIMC provides these activities through its Regional Federations and partners based internationally In America, Europe, Africa, Pakistan, India and Australia. Work in Trinidad and Tobago, France, Nepal, New Zealand, United States, Lebanon, Kenya, Iraq, India, Denmark, Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bangladesh, Austria, Australia, South Africa, Sweden, Tanzania and Pakistan	UK registered office: London
Article 19 Charity number 327421	07/01/1987	Latest income £14,990,774 [Dec 2024]	ARTICLE 19 monitors, researches, publishes, advocates, campaigns, sets standards and litigates on behalf of freedom of expression wherever it is threatened. Work in Kenya, Russia, Senegal, Tunisia, Türkiye, Myanmar, Mexico, Kazakhstan, Iran, Cambodia, Brazil and Bangladesh	UK registered office: London
The Chartered Institute of Building Charity number 280795	25/09/1980	Latest income £15,405,000 [Dec 2024]	The CIOB is governed by Royal Charter with the following objectives - the promotion for the public benefit of the science and practice of building and construction and, the advancement of public education in the science and practice of building and construction including necessary research and the publication thereof. Work in Canada, Ireland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Australia, China, South Africa and Singapore	UK registered office: South East
Girl Effect Charity number 1141155	04/04/2011	Latest income £16,154,114 [May 2025]	Girl Effect delivers results for girls through a unique combination of expertise on and learning from adolescent girls; communications; innovation; and influencing to take action to scale.It develops widespread social communications to inspire and engage girls, and shape how societies view and value girls. It also informs and influences decision makers to invest in programmes that benefit girls. Work in India, Tanzania, Indonesia, Nigeria, Malawi, Rwanda and Ethiopia	UK registered office: London
Global Health Partnerships Charity number 1113101	27/02/2006	Latest income £14,579,738 [Dec 2024]	Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) is a leading charity that works with health professionals around the world to improve healthcare. Through long-term partnerships and shared learning, we help strengthen health systems and support better care for patients and communities globally. Work in Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Nepal, Myanmar, Mozambique, Malawi, Kenya, India, Ghana, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia and Syria	UK registered office: London
Penny Appeal Charity number 1128341	02/03/2009	Latest income £13,136,985 [Dec 2024]	Penny Appeal provides poverty relief across Asia, the Middle East and Africa, with dedicated programmes to help the poor and needy by building wells, caring for orphans, providing nutritious food, delivering emergency aid in response to crisis situations and providing healthcare. Penny Appeal also works in the UK to help homeless people and women who have experienced domestic abuse. Work in Djibouti, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Eritrea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Kenya, Lebanon, Mali, Mauritania, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Türkiye, Yemen, United States, Myanmar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Australia, South Africa, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Tanzania, Greece, United Arab Emirates, Central African Republic and Cameroon	UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber
Vocational Training Charitable Trust Charity number 295192	30/09/1986	Latest income £13,397,317 [Jul 2025]	Vocational Training Charitable Trust, T/A VTCT Skills, is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation offering a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world. Work in Malta, Netherlands, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, Spain, Mauritius, India, Italy, China, Zimbabwe, Taiwan, Macau, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Canada, Hungary, Vietnam, United States, Sweden, Lithuania, New Zealand, Zambia, United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Norway, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, Qatar, Romania, Denmark, Mauritania, Botswana, Greece, Latvia, Oman and Kenya	UK registered office: South East
Book Aid International Charity number 313869	04/07/1966	Latest income £11,585,915 [Dec 2025]	Book Aid International is the UK's leading international book donation and library development charity. Book Aid International's vision is a world where everyone has access to the books that will enrich, improve and change their lives. Work in Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Liberia, Ukraine, The Gambia, St Vincent and Grenadines, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Nigeria, Bhutan, Lebanon, Iraq, Ghana, Nepal, Greece and Syria	UK registered office: London
The Smile Train UK Charity number 1114748	19/06/2006	Latest income £13,618,362 [Jun 2025]	-To relieve the suffering of children with cleft lips or palates or both;-To advance the education and training of the public, including doctors, nurses and medical support staff in all matters relating to cleft lip and palate surgery and treatment and the support of those with this condition. Work in Argentina, Uzbekistan, Guatemala, Egypt, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Chile, Ukraine, Uganda, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Thailand, Tanzania, Russia, Sri Lanka, Peru, Panama, Nicaragua, Nepal, Laos, Jordan, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Venezuela, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cambodia, Mexico, Indonesia, India, Ethiopia, Brazil, Vietnam, Bolivia, Philippines, Pakistan, Nigeria and Myanmar	UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber
Mercy Ships - U.K Ltd Charity number 1053055	21/02/1996	Latest income £11,228,360 [Dec 2025]	Mercy Ships UK is part of a global charity that uses hospital ships to deliver free healthcare to people in some of the poorest countries in the world. Our volunteers work with host nations to improve healthcare systems by training local medical staff and renovating facilities to leave a lasting legacy. Since 1978, we've visited 56 countries, providing services worth more than £1.2 billion. Work in Senegal, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Ghana, The Gambia, Cameroon, Liberia, Togo, Congo, Mozambique and Democratic Republic of the Congo	UK registered office: East of England
Stelios Philanthropic Foundation Charity number 1141206	06/04/2011	Latest income £14,376,341 [Sep 2025]	Stelios Philanthropic Foundation supports activities in the places where the founder lived and worked:UK,Greece,Cyprus and Monaco.1.funding scholarships for students 2.supporting entrepreneurship with cash prizes to stimulate economic growth/job creation. 3.donating money to charities 4.operating programme in Greece-Cyprus 'Food from the heart' that offers daily snacks to people in need Work in Monaco, France, Greece, Cyprus, United States, Türkiye, Romania, Lebanon, Indonesia, Germany, Switzerland and South Africa	UK registered office: London
The Leprosy Mission International Charity number 1076356	02/07/1999	Latest income £12,713,245 [Dec 2025]	The work of the mission is focused on its goal- leprosy defeated,lives transformed. This will be achieved by working with people and communities affected by leprosy, people with physical disabilities and those excluded from society through:- leprosy services-dignity and empowerment- social integration- research and learning- resource mobiliation Work in Sri Lanka, South Sudan, Angola, Bangladesh, Chad, Ethiopia, India, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, South Africa, Timor-Leste, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Thailand, Tanzania and Sudan	UK registered office: London
Traffic International Charity number 1076722	23/07/1999	Latest income £12,035,335 [Jun 2025]	TRAFFIC works to ensure that trade is not a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC actively monitors and investigates wildlife trade and advocates policy messages to diverse audiences worldwide. TRAFFIC International is the co-ordinating office of the TRAFFIC network with functions that include strategic direction, network operations, programme development and delivery, and communications Work in Kenya, Zimbabwe, Belgium, Estonia, France, Costa Rica, China, Canada, Cameroon, India, Japan, Brazil, Ecuador, Hungary, Germany, Taiwan, Australia, Hong Kong, Georgia, Tanzania, Sweden, Spain, Vietnam, Thailand, United States, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Peru, Netherlands, Malaysia, Mexico and Switzerland	UK registered office: East of England
Marwell Wildlife Charity number 275433	02/03/1978	Latest income £12,400,879 [Dec 2024]	To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments. Work in Kazakhstan, Bhutan, Kenya and Tunisia	UK registered office: South East
Global Alliance for Livestock Veterinary Medicines Charity number 1115606	28/07/2006	Latest income £17,665,060 [Mar 2025]	GALVmed fosters ground breaking partnerships on a global scale between animal health industry and other organisations. Our aim is to promote the development of accessible and affordable animal vaccines and other animal health products for the poorest farmers in developing countries. Work in The Gambia, Kenya, India, Ghana, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Bangladesh, Tanzania, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, Nepal, Mozambique, Malawi, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Togo, Senegal, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, Chad, Botswana, Benin, Zambia and Uganda	UK registered office:
Tree Aid Charity number 1135156	24/03/2010	Latest income £11,269,571 [Mar 2025]	TREE AID works with poor families, especially women, in the African drylands to unlock the potential of trees to reduce poverty & protect the environment. We provide education, training, policy & technical advice on tree based development initiatives that support poor communities build incomes, improve their management of & secure access to natural resources, & achieve nutritional security. Work in Ghana, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia and Mali	UK registered office: South West
The Tudor Trust Charity number 1105580	20/08/2004	Latest income £8,543,000 [Mar 2025]	The Tudor Trust is an independent grant-making charitable trust. We fund projects across the UK, aiming to support work which addresses the social, emotional and financial needs of people at the margins of Society. We do not focus on specific themes or programmes. Work in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, United States, Malawi and Italy	UK registered office: London

Plymouth Marine Laboratory

Charity number 1091222

20/03/2002

Latest income £16,390,000

[Mar 2025]

PML undertakes scientifically excellent research that generates greater understanding of the marine environment, the threats it faces, and its relationship with society. PML uses this greater understanding to effect demonstrable change in the way in which the marine environment is appreciated, managed, protected and valued. PML activities are aimed at supporting a sustainable ocean for society.

Work in Cambodia, Philippines, South Africa, Bangladesh, Australia, South Korea, Norway, Malaysia, Japan, China and India

UK registered office: South West

The Central British Fund for World Jewish Relief

Charity number 290767

18/07/1985

Latest income £15,456,679

[Jun 2025]

World Jewish Relief is the UK Jewish community's international development and humanitarian agency. We tackle Jewish poverty and reach beyond our community. We create opportunities for those out of work to become self-reliant, we bring dignity to the elderly, assistance to refugees and we respond to international disasters.

Work in Belarus, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Ukraine, Uganda, Rwanda, Russia, Poland, Greece, Georgia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Philippines, Afghanistan, Haiti, Türkiye, Nepal, Mozambique and Kenya

UK registered office: London

Frontline AIDS

Charity number 1038860

08/07/1994

Latest income £15,993,453

[Dec 2024]

Frontline AIDS is the new name of the International HIV/AIDS Alliance. The charity is the UK-based secretariat of a global partnership of national organisations working to support community action on HIV and AIDS. National partners and local community groups are supported by technical expertise, policy work and fundraising carried out at the secretariat and across the global partnership.

Work in Afghanistan, South Sudan, Algeria, Argentina, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Côte d'Ivoire, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Namibia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Peru, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Uganda, Ukraine, United States, Vietnam, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe

UK registered office: South East

UK Curriculum and Accreditation Body (Ukcab)

Charity number 1153197

01/08/2013

Latest income £24,115,535

[Dec 2024]

1) Educate people about renal problems and renal failure, Initial stage problems and remedies, Dialysis and its types, Motivation during this life saving treatment, Motivate people to register as Organ Donation.2) Educate people for clean drinking water, 3) Education for All without borders, race and religion.4) Feed the needy & homeless.5) Vocational Education for Girls.

Work in Pakistan and Nigeria

UK registered office: West Midlands

The Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies

Charity number 210639

04/10/1962

Latest income £16,616,542

[Mar 2025]

RUSI is the UK's leading independent think tank on international defence and security. Its mission is to be an analytical research-led global forum for informing, influencing and enhancing public debate on a safer and more stable world.

Work in United States, Belgium and Kenya

UK registered office: London

Compassion in World Farming International

Charity number 1095050

16/12/2002

Latest income £14,033,834

[Mar 2026]

Our activities include:- Strengthening EU legislation and enforcement on animal welfare.- Persuading food companies to sell higher welfare products across their entire product ranges.- Enabling consumers to make higher welfare food choices.- Persuading intergovernmental agencies to adopt higher welfare policies.- Supporting producers who champion higher welfare practices.

Work in Spain, United States, Czechia, China, Belgium, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, France, Ireland, South Africa and Ukraine

UK registered office: South East

Pharo Foundation

Charity number 1143152

28/07/2011

Latest income £547,802

[Dec 2025]

Our Vision is an inclusive and economically vibrant Africa. Our Mission is to achieve our vision by investing in Africa's human and physical capital, with a strong focus on job creation. Our Values are passion and respect, creativity and entrepreneurship, trust and accountability.

Work in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and Rwanda

UK registered office: London

Farm Africa Limited

Charity number 326901

02/08/1985

Latest income £16,877,000

[Dec 2024]

Farm Africa is an international non-governmental organisation whose vision is of a prosperous rural Africa. Our aim is to reduce poverty permanently by unleashing African farmers' abilities to grow their incomes and manage their natural resources sustainably.

Work in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya

UK registered office: London

Britain Yearly Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers)

Charity number 1127633

20/01/2009

Latest income £14,708,000

[Dec 2025]

Sustaining our church and faith; Supporting Quaker meetings; Promoting Quakerism; Witness through Action.

Work in Switzerland, Belgium, Ireland, Uganda, Kenya, Israel and Burundi

UK registered office: London

Winchester Diocesan Board of Finance

Charity number 249276

04/10/1966

Latest income £14,249,000

[Dec 2025]

Supporting the ministry in, and the mission of, church of england parishes in the diocese of winchester

Work in Burundi, Myanmar, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and Uganda

UK registered office: South East

International Alert

Charity number 327553

24/09/1987

Latest income £15,543,447

[Dec 2025]

International Alert works with people directly affected by conflict to build lasting peace. We focus on solving the root causes of conflict with people from across divides. From the grassroots to the policy level, we bring people together to build peace. Experienced and respected, we have a proud track record of achieving change in fragile and conflict-affected countries and territories.

Work in Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Ethiopia, Georgia, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Mali, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ukraine, Uganda, Tunisia, Rwanda, Netherlands and Niger

UK registered office: London

Tusk Trust Limited

Charity number 1186533

22/11/2019

Latest income £15,565,125

[Dec 2025]

Tusk's mission is to amplify the impact of progressive conservation initiatives across africa. We partner with the most effective local organisations, investing in their in-depth knowledge and expertise, to protect endangered species, reduce human-wildlife conflict, find sustainable solutions to preserve critical habitats and combat the global demand for illegal wildlife products.

Work in Madagascar, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Rwanda, Senegal, Mali, Malawi, Liberia, Kenya, Guinea, Ghana, Gabon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Comoros, Cameroon, Botswana and Angola

UK registered office: South West

The Bath and Wells Diocesan Board of Finance

Charity number 249398

05/10/1966

Latest income £15,840,000

[Dec 2025]

To promote and assist the work and purposes of the Church of England in the Diocese of Bath and Wells; to organise and provide funds in aid of the work and ministry of the church.

Work in Zambia

UK registered office: South West

The World Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Muslim Communities

Charity number 282303

01/06/1982

Latest income £15,915,991

[Dec 2024]

The World Federation of KSIMC provides these activities through its Regional Federations and partners based internationally In America, Europe, Africa, Pakistan, India and Australia.

Work in Trinidad and Tobago, France, Nepal, New Zealand, United States, Lebanon, Kenya, Iraq, India, Denmark, Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bangladesh, Austria, Australia, South Africa, Sweden, Tanzania and Pakistan

UK registered office: London

Article 19

Charity number 327421

07/01/1987

Latest income £14,990,774

[Dec 2024]

ARTICLE 19 monitors, researches, publishes, advocates, campaigns, sets standards and litigates on behalf of freedom of expression wherever it is threatened.

Work in Kenya, Russia, Senegal, Tunisia, Türkiye, Myanmar, Mexico, Kazakhstan, Iran, Cambodia, Brazil and Bangladesh

UK registered office: London

The Chartered Institute of Building

Charity number 280795

25/09/1980

Latest income £15,405,000

[Dec 2024]

The CIOB is governed by Royal Charter with the following objectives - the promotion for the public benefit of the science and practice of building and construction and, the advancement of public education in the science and practice of building and construction including necessary research and the publication thereof.

Work in Canada, Ireland, Hong Kong, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Australia, China, South Africa and Singapore

UK registered office: South East

Girl Effect

Charity number 1141155

04/04/2011

Latest income £16,154,114

[May 2025]

Girl Effect delivers results for girls through a unique combination of expertise on and learning from adolescent girls; communications; innovation; and influencing to take action to scale.It develops widespread social communications to inspire and engage girls, and shape how societies view and value girls. It also informs and influences decision makers to invest in programmes that benefit girls.

Work in India, Tanzania, Indonesia, Nigeria, Malawi, Rwanda and Ethiopia

UK registered office: London

Global Health Partnerships

Charity number 1113101

27/02/2006

Latest income £14,579,738

[Dec 2024]

Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) is a leading charity that works with health professionals around the world to improve healthcare. Through long-term partnerships and shared learning, we help strengthen health systems and support better care for patients and communities globally.

Work in Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Nepal, Myanmar, Mozambique, Malawi, Kenya, India, Ghana, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, Somalia and Syria

UK registered office: London

Penny Appeal

Charity number 1128341

02/03/2009

Latest income £13,136,985

[Dec 2024]

Penny Appeal provides poverty relief across Asia, the Middle East and Africa, with dedicated programmes to help the poor and needy by building wells, caring for orphans, providing nutritious food, delivering emergency aid in response to crisis situations and providing healthcare. Penny Appeal also works in the UK to help homeless people and women who have experienced domestic abuse.

Work in Djibouti, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Eritrea, Ethiopia, The Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Kenya, Lebanon, Mali, Mauritania, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Türkiye, Yemen, United States, Myanmar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Australia, South Africa, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Tanzania, Greece, United Arab Emirates, Central African Republic and Cameroon

UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber

Vocational Training Charitable Trust

Charity number 295192

30/09/1986

Latest income £13,397,317

[Jul 2025]

Vocational Training Charitable Trust, T/A VTCT Skills, is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation offering a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world.

Work in Malta, Netherlands, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, Spain, Mauritius, India, Italy, China, Zimbabwe, Taiwan, Macau, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Canada, Hungary, Vietnam, United States, Sweden, Lithuania, New Zealand, Zambia, United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Norway, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, Qatar, Romania, Denmark, Mauritania, Botswana, Greece, Latvia, Oman and Kenya

UK registered office: South East

Book Aid International

Charity number 313869

04/07/1966

Latest income £11,585,915

[Dec 2025]

Book Aid International is the UK's leading international book donation and library development charity. Book Aid International's vision is a world where everyone has access to the books that will enrich, improve and change their lives.

Work in Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Liberia, Ukraine, The Gambia, St Vincent and Grenadines, Sierra Leone, Rwanda, Nigeria, Bhutan, Lebanon, Iraq, Ghana, Nepal, Greece and Syria

UK registered office: London

The Smile Train UK

Charity number 1114748

19/06/2006

Latest income £13,618,362

[Jun 2025]

-To relieve the suffering of children with cleft lips or palates or both;-To advance the education and training of the public, including doctors, nurses and medical support staff in all matters relating to cleft lip and palate surgery and treatment and the support of those with this condition.

Work in Argentina, Uzbekistan, Guatemala, Egypt, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Chile, Ukraine, Uganda, Occupied Palestinian Territories, Thailand, Tanzania, Russia, Sri Lanka, Peru, Panama, Nicaragua, Nepal, Laos, Jordan, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Venezuela, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cambodia, Mexico, Indonesia, India, Ethiopia, Brazil, Vietnam, Bolivia, Philippines, Pakistan, Nigeria and Myanmar

UK registered office: Yorkshire and The Humber

Mercy Ships - U.K Ltd

Charity number 1053055

21/02/1996

Latest income £11,228,360

[Dec 2025]

Mercy Ships UK is part of a global charity that uses hospital ships to deliver free healthcare to people in some of the poorest countries in the world. Our volunteers work with host nations to improve healthcare systems by training local medical staff and renovating facilities to leave a lasting legacy. Since 1978, we've visited 56 countries, providing services worth more than £1.2 billion.

Work in Senegal, Madagascar, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Ghana, The Gambia, Cameroon, Liberia, Togo, Congo, Mozambique and Democratic Republic of the Congo

UK registered office: East of England

Stelios Philanthropic Foundation

Charity number 1141206

06/04/2011

Latest income £14,376,341

[Sep 2025]

Stelios Philanthropic Foundation supports activities in the places where the founder lived and worked:UK,Greece,Cyprus and Monaco.1.funding scholarships for students 2.supporting entrepreneurship with cash prizes to stimulate economic growth/job creation. 3.donating money to charities 4.operating programme in Greece-Cyprus 'Food from the heart' that offers daily snacks to people in need

Work in Monaco, France, Greece, Cyprus, United States, Türkiye, Romania, Lebanon, Indonesia, Germany, Switzerland and South Africa

UK registered office: London

The Leprosy Mission International

Charity number 1076356

02/07/1999

Latest income £12,713,245

[Dec 2025]

The work of the mission is focused on its goal- leprosy defeated,lives transformed. This will be achieved by working with people and communities affected by leprosy, people with physical disabilities and those excluded from society through:- leprosy services-dignity and empowerment- social integration- research and learning- resource mobiliation

Work in Sri Lanka, South Sudan, Angola, Bangladesh, Chad, Ethiopia, India, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, South Africa, Timor-Leste, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Thailand, Tanzania and Sudan

UK registered office: London

Traffic International

Charity number 1076722

23/07/1999

Latest income £12,035,335

[Jun 2025]

TRAFFIC works to ensure that trade is not a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC actively monitors and investigates wildlife trade and advocates policy messages to diverse audiences worldwide. TRAFFIC International is the co-ordinating office of the TRAFFIC network with functions that include strategic direction, network operations, programme development and delivery, and communications

Work in Kenya, Zimbabwe, Belgium, Estonia, France, Costa Rica, China, Canada, Cameroon, India, Japan, Brazil, Ecuador, Hungary, Germany, Taiwan, Australia, Hong Kong, Georgia, Tanzania, Sweden, Spain, Vietnam, Thailand, United States, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Peru, Netherlands, Malaysia, Mexico and Switzerland

UK registered office: East of England

Marwell Wildlife

Charity number 275433

02/03/1978

Latest income £12,400,879

[Dec 2024]

To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.

Work in Kazakhstan, Bhutan, Kenya and Tunisia

UK registered office: South East

Global Alliance for Livestock Veterinary Medicines

Charity number 1115606

28/07/2006

Latest income £17,665,060

[Mar 2025]

GALVmed fosters ground breaking partnerships on a global scale between animal health industry and other organisations. Our aim is to promote the development of accessible and affordable animal vaccines and other animal health products for the poorest farmers in developing countries.

Work in The Gambia, Kenya, India, Ghana, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Bangladesh, Tanzania, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria, Nepal, Mozambique, Malawi, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Togo, Senegal, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, Chad, Botswana, Benin, Zambia and Uganda

UK registered office:

Tree Aid

Charity number 1135156

24/03/2010

Latest income £11,269,571

[Mar 2025]

TREE AID works with poor families, especially women, in the African drylands to unlock the potential of trees to reduce poverty & protect the environment. We provide education, training, policy & technical advice on tree based development initiatives that support poor communities build incomes, improve their management of & secure access to natural resources, & achieve nutritional security.

Work in Ghana, Niger, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia and Mali

UK registered office: South West

The Tudor Trust

Charity number 1105580

20/08/2004

Latest income £8,543,000

[Mar 2025]

The Tudor Trust is an independent grant-making charitable trust. We fund projects across the UK, aiming to support work which addresses the social, emotional and financial needs of people at the margins of Society. We do not focus on specific themes or programmes.

Work in Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, United States, Malawi and Italy

UK registered office: London

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