PROJECT KINSHASA
Project for Orphans of Kinshasa (PROKIN) began in April 2000 in Kinshasa, Africa.Prokin is an orphanage for abandonned street children. These children receive education and material help in a loving home. They are taught about God and the way of salvation through his Son the Lord Jesus Christ. They also learn skills to prepare them for adult life.Prokin is financed entirely by donations.
Objects
THE TRUSTEES SHALL HOLD THE TRUST FUND AND ITS INCOME UPON TRUST TO APPLY THEM FOR THE FOLLOWING OBJECTS ("THE OBJECTS") IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO:A) TO RELIEVE FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AND SICKNESS OF STREET CHILDREN BY PROVIDING FOOD, CLOTHING, ACCOMMODATION AND MEDICAL ATTENTION;B) TO ADVANCE RELIGION BY PAYING CHRISTIAN WORKERS AND BY HOLDING SERVICES FOR TEACHING AND WORSHIP; ANDC) TO ADVANCE EDUCATION BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO ENABLE CHILDREN TO ATTEND LOCAL SCHOOLS AND SUBSEQUENTLY TO RECEIVE VOCATIONAL TRAINING.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted funds stood at £683,997 as of 31 March 2026, representing a slight increase from the previous year. The charity reported a net income of £195 for the year, driven by increased investment interest received from new bank accounts. Expenditure on charitable activities and fundraising totaled £197,814, which was largely covered by incoming donations and legacies.
What the accounts disclose
“Donations and legacies 3 137,841 43,266 181,107 174,570” — page 7
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (12/11/2025)
Trustees
- Alistair Ross Garner
- BARBARA CURTIS
- James Anderson
- PAUL THOMSON
- Paul Blenkinsop
- Ruth Elizabeth Howgego
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £198k | £198k |
| 31/03/2025 | £181k | £188k |
| 31/03/2024 | £194k | £193k |
| 31/03/2023 | £311k | £237k |
| 31/03/2022 | £310k | £236k |
Common questions
Is PROJECT KINSHASA financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted funds stood at £683,997 as of 31 March 2026, representing a slight increase from the previous year. The charity reported a net income of £195 for the year, driven by increased investment interest received from new bank accounts. Expenditure on charitable activities and fundraising totaled £197,814, which was largely covered by incoming donations and legacies. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.