Fowler Smith And Jones Trust
The Trust makes grants to groups and projects with specific Essx focus and benefits. The largest group of grants goes to support of community and / or youth schemes within Essex. There has also been increased support for the elderly and marginalised within our society.
Activities & Mission
The Trust makes grants to groups and projects with specific Essx focus and benefits. The largest group of grants goes to support of community and / or youth schemes within Essex. There has also been increased support for the elderly and marginalised within our society.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £842,504 | £758,558 | £656,550 | £9,839,786 | £683,741 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £740,251 | £646,295 | £573,583 | £10,735,840 | £315,840 | 2 / 0 |
| 2022 | £714,755 | £716,205 | £610,662 | £10,726,884 | £221,884 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £732,433 | £574,336 | £474,726 | £9,973,334 | £223,334 | 2 / 0 |
| 2020 | £738,496 | £800,041 | £717,558 | £10,615,237 | £353,321 | 2 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Fowler Smith And Jones Trust
What does Fowler Smith And Jones Trust do?
The Trust makes grants to groups and projects with specific Essx focus and benefits. The largest group of grants goes to support of community and / or youth schemes within Essex. There has also been increased support for the elderly and marginalised within our society.
How much income did Fowler Smith And Jones Trust report in 2024?
Fowler Smith And Jones Trust reported total income of £843k and reported expenditure of £759k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Fowler Smith And Jones Trust?
Fowler Smith And Jones Trust has a program ratio of 77.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Fowler Smith And Jones Trust registered as a charity?
Fowler Smith And Jones Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 October 2009 as charity number 1132249. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs Fowler Smith And Jones Trust?
Fowler Smith And Jones Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is PHILIP JOHN TOLHURST. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Fowler Smith And Jones Trust operate?
Fowler Smith And Jones Trust operates across 6 areas, including Barking And Dagenham, Essex, Havering and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Fowler Smith And Jones Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Fowler Smith And Jones Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132249.
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