KRIO DESCENDANTS UNION UK AND IRELAND
-Education and promoting awareness of the Krio culture and heritage - Participatory experiences through workshops, classes, dramatisation, lectures and exhibitions.-Documenting and showcasing distinctive Krio historic or cultural practices relating to Language etc.-Health promotion and advice- outreach and clinics. -Fundraising events to raise funds for the work of KDU UK & Ireland.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's total balance decreased from £18,886.43 at the start of the year to £18,886.43 at the end, with total expenses (£31,760.63) exceeding total income (£29,361.81). The trustees' report notes that the policy on holding reserves is 'in development' and that the amount of reserves held is 'zero' or to be determined as funds grow. The charity is structured as a Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with 115 active members.
What the accounts disclose
“Fees to KDU Global 716.66”
Trustees
- Velma Seraphina Ayodele Tobunchair
- Beryl Genevieve Juma
- Dr Kayode Ronald Adesimi Robbin-Coker
- Ellen Samuels
- Jesse Hamelberg
- Lawrence Anthony Beresford Lusanie
- Lindsay Benjamin
- Marionette Sheila Gilpin
- Ramatu Adisa-Sesay
- Rev Madeline Val-Macauley
- Yvette Erritan John
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £29k | £32k |
| 31/12/2023 | £18k | £9k |
| 31/12/2022 | £11k | £9k |
| 31/12/2021 | £4k | £890 |
| 31/12/2020 | £8k | £885 |
Common questions
Is KRIO DESCENDANTS UNION UK AND IRELAND financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's total balance decreased from £18,886.43 at the start of the year to £18,886.43 at the end, with total expenses (£31,760.63) exceeding total income (£29,361.81). The trustees' report notes that the policy on holding reserves is 'in development' and that the amount of reserves held is 'zero' or to be determined as funds grow. The charity is structured as a Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with 115 active members. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by Abdul Rashid Thomas.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater London Authority | 10/03/2023 | £5k | Krio Descendants Union UK and Ireland |