Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities
Also known as: West Dorset General Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund and Other Related Charities
The charitable fund enhances the provision of healthcare services that are provided to the population served by DCH NHS Foundation Trust. This encompasses the provision of medical equipment, furniture and furnishings, improvement of the environment and facilities, enhancement of staff and patient education and the welfare of staff and patients.
Activities & Mission
The charitable fund enhances the provision of healthcare services that are provided to the population served by DCH NHS Foundation Trust. This encompasses the provision of medical equipment, furniture and furnishings, improvement of the environment and facilities, enhancement of staff and patient education and the welfare of staff and patients.
Grants
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2026)
- £627,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £856,000 | £627,000 | £373,000 | £1,913,000 | £615,000 | 4 / 53 |
| 2025 | £1,435,000 | £506,000 | £327,000 | £1,684,000 | £647,000 | 4 / 53 |
| 2024 | £665,000 | £721,000 | £533,000 | £755,000 | £452,000 | 5 / 51 |
| 2023 | £878,000 | £1,575,000 | £1,434,000 | £811,000 | £525,000 | 3 / 49 |
| 2022 | £579,000 | £482,000 | £345,000 | £1,508,000 | £288,000 | 3 / 42 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities
What does Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities do?
The charitable fund enhances the provision of healthcare services that are provided to the population served by DCH NHS Foundation Trust. This encompasses the provision of medical equipment, furniture and furnishings, improvement of the environment and facilities, enhancement of staff and patient education and the welfare of staff and patients.
How much income did Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities report in 2026?
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities reported total income of £856k and reported expenditure of £627k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities registered as a charity?
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 1996 as charity number 1056479. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities?
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities operate?
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities a registered charity?
Yes — Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Charitable Fund And Other Related Charities is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056479.
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Also Known As
- West Dorset General Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund and Other Related Charities
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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