FRIENDS OF CHILDREN IN ROMANIA
The charity relieves poverty and sickness, educates and preserves health for Romanian children and adults. The charity cares for orphaned or discarded children. They live as families in three houses with Romanian "mothers" giving them love and security. They are brought up as Romanian families and educated to the very best of their abilities. They remain at least until adulthood. They are cherishe
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £36,150, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £167,652 to £141,418. The trustees report that funds were withdrawn from reserves to support charitable objectives and anticipate further draws on reserves in the short term due to operational costs and an expected increase in the Romanian minimum wage. Despite these pressures, the trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and legacies 139,224” — page 8
“The level of reserves is monitored and reviewed by the directors each year.” — page 5
Trustees
- Paula Michelle Wright
- Saleigh Gordon
- Sarah Gibson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £143k | £179k |
| 31/10/2024 | £161k | £164k |
| 31/10/2023 | £134k | £153k |
| 31/10/2022 | £124k | £136k |
| 31/10/2021 | £90k | £141k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF CHILDREN IN ROMANIA financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £36,150, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted funds from £167,652 to £141,418. The trustees report that funds were withdrawn from reserves to support charitable objectives and anticipate further draws on reserves in the short term due to operational costs and an expected increase in the Romanian minimum wage. Despite these pressures, the trustees confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds FRIENDS OF CHILDREN IN ROMANIA?
Funders whose own accounts filings name FRIENDS OF CHILDREN IN ROMANIA as a grant recipient include THE CLOVER TRUST, SYDNEY AND PHYLLIS GOLDBERG MEMORIAL CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CLOVER TRUST | FY2023 | £39k | |
| SYDNEY AND PHYLLIS GOLDBERG MEMORIAL CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | To provide funds to support a children's orphanage in Romania. |
| SYDNEY AND PHYLLIS GOLDBERG MEMORIAL CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | To provide funds to support a children's orphanage Romania. |
| THE CLOVER TRUST | FY2022 | £4k | |
| SYDNEY AND PHYLLIS GOLDBERG MEMORIAL CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £4k | To provide funds to support a children's orphanage in Romania. |
| THE CLOVER TRUST | FY2025 | £3k | |
| THE CLOVER TRUST | FY2024 | £3k |