Question 1

What is the mission of CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET)?

Accepted Answer

CHARIS works to resettle refugees in Somerset and the surrounding area providing for them the opportunity of a new life. These refugees are drawn from the most vulnerable groups and are identified through the UNHCR programs and arrive in the UK via the UK Governments Community Sponsorship Scheme.

Question 2

What is the financial size of CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET)?

Accepted Answer

CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET) is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £710,699 and total expenditure of £768,993.

Question 3

How does CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET) allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 100.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET)?

Accepted Answer

CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET) employs 11 staff members and is supported by 57 volunteers.

Question 5

Does CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET) receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Approximately 76.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does CHARIS (CHRISTIAN HELP & ACTION FOR REFUGEES IN SOMERSET) pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the latest data indicates that one or more trustees receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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