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Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity

AN ALMSHOUSE CHARITY FOUNDED IN THE 17TH CENTURY BY CALEB LOVEJOY, A WEALTHY MERCHANT. THE PRINCIPAL OBJECT OF THE CHARITY IS TO PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION FOR FOUR PERSONS OF GOOD CHARACTER, AND IN NEED. THE CHARITY OWNS AND MANAGES FOUR GRADE II LISTED COTTAGES IN GUILDFORD.

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Activities & Mission

AN ALMSHOUSE CHARITY FOUNDED IN THE 17TH CENTURY BY CALEB LOVEJOY, A WEALTHY MERCHANT. THE PRINCIPAL OBJECT OF THE CHARITY IS TO PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION FOR FOUR PERSONS OF GOOD CHARACTER, AND IN NEED. THE CHARITY OWNS AND MANAGES FOUR GRADE II LISTED COTTAGES IN GUILDFORD.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£57,529
Latest Expenditure
£28,979

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 50.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 50.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£57,529
£28,9790 / 0
2024
£50,641
£34,1120 / 0
2023
£94,044
£31,6660 / 0
2022
£44,517
£44,0080 / 0
2021
£43,311
£25,4200 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity

What does Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity do?

AN ALMSHOUSE CHARITY FOUNDED IN THE 17TH CENTURY BY CALEB LOVEJOY, A WEALTHY MERCHANT. THE PRINCIPAL OBJECT OF THE CHARITY IS TO PROVIDE ACCOMMODATION FOR FOUR PERSONS OF GOOD CHARACTER, AND IN NEED. THE CHARITY OWNS AND MANAGES FOUR GRADE II LISTED COTTAGES IN GUILDFORD.

How much income did Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity report in 2025?

Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity reported total income of £58k and reported expenditure of £29k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity registered as a charity?

Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 2017 as charity number 1171378. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity?

Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity operate?

Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity a registered charity?

Yes — Caleb Lovejoy's Almshouse Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171378.

Details

Address
Stoke Hospital
92 Stoke Road
Guildford
GU1 4JH
Registration Date
30 January 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5094435
Charity Number
1171378

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Trustees

Jennie Wisker
Keith Hannah
Michael Frank Chastell
Philip Hooper
Rev Neil Roberts
Roger Musson

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