Question 1

What is the mission of OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM?

Accepted Answer

Operation Smile is an international volunteer based medical services charity providing free reconstructive surgery and aftercare to children and young adults around the  world, primarily for cleft lips and/or palates. In the UK, we raise funds to treat facial deformities, recruit and supply medical volunteers, help train local medical teams/build infrastructure & public raise awareness.

Question 2

What is the financial size of OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM?

Accepted Answer

OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £7,495,196 and total expenditure of £7,229,194.

Question 3

How does OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 54.5% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 45.5% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM?

Accepted Answer

OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM employs 27 staff members and is supported by 89 volunteers.

Question 5

Does OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does OPERATION SMILE UNITED KINGDOM pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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