PORRIDGE AND RICE (UJI NA MCHELE)
PaR supports 4 community schools in the Nairobi slums, Kenya with a feeding program. In addition, it assist with teacher development, facilities maintenance, and health education in community schools where we have established feeding programs already. PaR also supports orphans in Ternopil, Ukraine for the care, education and entertainment.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's funds remain below pre-COVID levels, with total receipts of £26,186.91 against payments of £22,405.72, resulting in a year-end balance of £3,781.19. The trustees note that while income is increasing, it will take considerable time to reach financial goals through monthly standing orders. The charity relies on UK funding and is planning new events to raise additional income.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity continues to look for new sources of funding. It is planning a Bridge event known as Café Bridge which it hopes will run regularly raising money each time for the charity.” — page 3
Trustees
- Kenneth Grant Alfred Surridgechair
- Brigitte Rose Pickersgill
- Judith Ann Hanlon
- MR Vishvas Arora
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £26k | £22k |
| 30/09/2024 | £26k | £22k |
| 30/09/2023 | £36k | £31k |
| 30/09/2022 | £24k | £19k |
| 30/09/2021 | £31k | £28k |
Common questions
Is PORRIDGE AND RICE (UJI NA MCHELE) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's funds remain below pre-COVID levels, with total receipts of £26,186.91 against payments of £22,405.72, resulting in a year-end balance of £3,781.19. The trustees note that while income is increasing, it will take considerable time to reach financial goals through monthly standing orders. The charity relies on UK funding and is planning new events to raise additional income.