Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund
Also known as: A C U Ben Fund
The object of the fund is to provide benefit to the past and present members and their dependents of clubs affiliated to the Auto Cycle Union Ltd (ACU) by way of grants, loans, educational fees or otherwise as the administrative committee may deem fit and proper in deserving cases of necessity and hardship.
Activities & Mission
The object of the fund is to provide benefit to the past and present members and their dependents of clubs affiliated to the Auto Cycle Union Ltd (ACU) by way of grants, loans, educational fees or otherwise as the administrative committee may deem fit and proper in deserving cases of necessity and hardship.
Grants
Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £139,664
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- people with disabilities and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £466,638 | £139,664 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2024 | £196,808 | £99,860 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £244,217 | £94,194 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £184,945 | £116,064 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £151,689 | £94,976 | 0 / 21 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund
What does Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund do?
The object of the fund is to provide benefit to the past and present members and their dependents of clubs affiliated to the Auto Cycle Union Ltd (ACU) by way of grants, loans, educational fees or otherwise as the administrative committee may deem fit and proper in deserving cases of necessity and hardship.
How much income did Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund reported total income of £467k and reported expenditure of £140k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 208567. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund?
Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROY HANKS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund operate?
Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Auto Cycle Union Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 208567.
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Also Known As
- A C U Ben Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated