Discover how your support made a difference to millions of lives last year.
For more information about our finances and how your money has helped transform lives, you can download our Annual Report and Accounts.
A message from our Chief Executive
We’re incredibly proud of all we achieved in 2024 – transforming millions of lives – and it’s a privilege to reflect on the progress we’ve made together. None of this work would have been possible without the dedication of our staff, partners, volunteers, and, of course, our incredible supporters. Your passion, commitment, and generosity – whether through donations, church communities, prayers, or gifts in Wills – are what make our work possible.
The impact of our programmes has been extraordinary, transforming lives by improving access to healthcare, education, and sustainable livelihoods, as well as providing vital humanitarian support in the pursuit of a more just and equitable world. At the heart of our approach is a deep commitment to working in partnership with local organisations, ensuring that the change we create together is appropriate, meaningful and lasting.
I am honoured to celebrate the impact of our work and look forward to continuing this important journey with you in the years ahead. Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication.
Kirsty Smith, OBE
Our work and impact
CBM works with local partners to deliver large-scale healthcare programmes and provide specialist support for people with disabilities, their families and communities. Last year, alongside our local partners, we reached 3,800,317 people including…
2,465,808 people were treated and protected from Neglected Tropical Diseases in areas where they are identified as a public health problem.
1,113,034 people accessed essential eye care services and thousands of people were able to see again.
5,653 people were supported with the skills and equipment they needed to build and sustain their livelihoods.
3,725 people with mental health conditions accessed the treatment and support they need.
1,880 children were supported to go to school and build a brighter future.
Some of our key highlights from 2024
See the Way Malawi
Our See the Way Malawi project, a three-year initiative in partnership with the Malawi Network for Elderly Persons Organisations (MANEPO) and the Nkhoma Eye Programme, ended in 2024.
We delivered 6,652 cataract surgeries and provided outpatient care to 166,186 people across 10 district hospitals. As part of this programme, we met Dorothy. She had been living with cataracts for three years. Her family was unsure about surgery, but her granddaughter Evelyn arranged a bicycle taxi to take her to CBM-supported Nkhoma Mission Hospital. Within hours, Dorothy was screened, operated on, and her sight was restored.
Dorothy has since started a small business selling groundnut flour and firewood. She told us: “I can buy books and pens for my grandchildren… when we have extra profit we buy food… My life has changed after regaining sight!
CBM UK’s See the Way Malawi project was funded by donations and match funding from the UK government through UK Aid Match.
Every girl, Everywhere
In 2024, we launched our ‘Every Girl, Everywhere’ campaign, which aimed to create lasting change for girls with disabilities through the power of education.
We were proud to have Paralympian and friend of CBM, Anne Wafula Strike, join the campaign: “I know first-hand that bright futures start at school. I was fortunate to get an education when most people would have given up on me. That’s why I’m working with CBM UK because I believe every girl, no matter where they live, should be able to go to school.” Anne Wafula Strike
COP29 Climate Change Conference
In 2024, we attended the COP29 Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan as an accredited observer, amplifying the voices of people with disabilities and advocating for disability-inclusive climate justice. We called upon leaders to create an official disability constituency within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Kwame Andrews Daklo (pictured), from Africa Albinism Network, was supported to attend the COP29 Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan by CBM.
Joventina’s story
When Typhoon Trami and five successive tropical storms struck the Philippines in 2024, they caused widespread devastation, damaging over 255,000 homes and displacing more than 214,000 people. For people with disabilities, the crisis was even more severe. Damaged roads, flooding, and inaccessible shelters made it difficult to reach safety or access basic support. CBM responded by supporting affected communities in the aftermath and helping people like Joventina prepare for future emergencies.
Joventina, a community-based rehabilitation volunteer, is a mother to a son with a disability and carer for her newborn granddaughter. With CBM’s support, she plays a vital role in preparing her community for disasters and advocates for inclusive emergency responses, such as an accessible early warning system, to ensure no one is left behind when disaster strikes.
Where your money goes
Last year, thanks to the commitment and generosity of our supporters:
£6,613,264
was raised through supporters and grants
£4,895,898
spent on life-changing programmes
£1,729,345
invested in raising funds to deliver future life-changing programmes
Download our impact report
Discover how your support is changing lives in our latest Impact Report.
Previous Annual Reports and Accounts
For more information about our finances and how your money has transformed lives, you can download our Annual Report and Accounts. CBM UK’s financial year runs from 1st January until 31st December.
Annual Report 2024
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Annual Report 2023
(PDF 1.72mb)
Annual Report 2022
(PDF 2.09mb)
Annual Report 2020-21
(PDF 2.12mb)
Annual Report 2019-20
(PDF 2.72mb)
Annual Report 2018-19
(PDF 4.55mb)
“My inspiration to specialise in cataract surgery stems from when I was young, my grandfather had blinding cataracts. As his caregiver, I witnessed the challenges he faced daily. Seeing him regain his sight and independence was inspiring. My grandfather’s journey ignited my passion for helping others overcome vision challenges.”
Mr. Chege, Ophthalmic Clinical Officer and Cataract Surgeon, Kenya
Other ways to get involved
Leave a gift in your Will
Gifts in Wills fund a third of our work, and we are incredibly grateful to those who choose to support us in this meaningful way. By leaving a gift to CBM in your Will, you’re not just changing lives today, but helping to shape a brighter tomorrow for future generations
Involve your church
Your church can play a vital role in transforming lives. Whether through prayer, fundraising, or raising awareness, your church’s involvement can make a lasting impact. You can fundraise together, include us in your services, or even host a coffee morning – there are many engaging ways to share the stories of those your donations support.
Fundraise for us
There are plenty of ways to fundraise for us and we have lots of advice to get you started. From hosting sponsored walks, runs, and bake sales to creating your own unique challenges, there’s so much you can do to transform lives. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Where we work
CBM works alongside people with disabilities in some of the world’s poorest places, bringing change where it is needed most. Together with fantastic local partners, and as part of a global federation, we are working in 26 countries to break the cycle of poverty and disability.
