FRIENDS OF KHASDOBIR BANGLADESH
Education, training and research, including sewing classes and computer training; pre-school education; advancing education through contact with families and outreach work; supplementary education; relief of those in need, including widows and those with disabilities; prevention and/or relief of poverty. These activities are provided to children and adults in part of the Sylhet area of Bangladesh.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £18,586.49 for the year ended 31 March 2025, bringing total unrestricted reserves to £145,705.99. The trustees note that they rely on donations and fundraising events to continue supporting the project in Bangladesh. The charity is currently in the final phase of a three-year commitment to its local partner, with plans to reduce activities and focus on long-term sustainability in the coming year.
What the accounts disclose
“Interest from Charities Official Investment Fund (COIF) Investment Account 4,178.82” — page 4
“We rely on these donations and fundraising events to raise the money to continue to support the project.”
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/04/2020)
Trustees
- MICHAEL JOHN SHERRIFFchair
- DOREEN MARY WATSON
- John Raymond Cowpe
- KATHLEEN JOAN JACKSON
- Maureen Anne Haddock
- Moyra Glynis Blake
- Philip Anthony Watson
- Susan Mary Simmons
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £25k | £44k |
| 31/03/2024 | £23k | £69k |
| 31/03/2023 | £51k | £64k |
| 31/03/2022 | £29k | £59k |
| 31/03/2021 | £35k | £46k |
Common questions
Is FRIENDS OF KHASDOBIR BANGLADESH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a surplus of £18,586.49 for the year ended 31 March 2025, bringing total unrestricted reserves to £145,705.99. The trustees note that they rely on donations and fundraising events to continue supporting the project in Bangladesh. The charity is currently in the final phase of a three-year commitment to its local partner, with plans to reduce activities and focus on long-term sustainability in the coming year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.