Progressio ceased trading on 30 June 2017 after 76 years of work in international development. The decision to close was made with deep regret due to the inability to secure sufficient income to ensure a viable future post-March 2017. Despite intensive fundraising efforts, the funding landscape became increasingly competitive, and we were unable to replace the £2 million unrestricted grant per annum from the Department for International Development, which ended in December 2016.

Closure arrangements proceeded in a planned manner, ensuring the responsible handover of work and fulfillment of liabilities. We are immensely proud of all that has been achieved since the charity was founded in 1940. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our staff, members, supporters, Development Workers, and volunteers in the UK and overseas.

To learn more about Progressio's history and impact, please download our legacy publication:
A Record of Change in a Changing World (PDF)