Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme
Also known as: Friendly Societies' Convalescent Home, Friendly Societies' Convalescent Homes Charity, Dover, Herne Bay and Elsewhere
Relief of sickness and the preservation of health of the public by providing grants to help in the provision of facilities and support services.
Activities & Mission
Relief of sickness and the preservation of health of the public by providing grants to help in the provision of facilities and support services.
Grants
Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £41,122
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £52,202 | £41,122 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £51,320 | £51,301 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £49,032 | £53,014 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £49,472 | £54,973 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £40,216 | £64,157 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme
What does Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme do?
Relief of sickness and the preservation of health of the public by providing grants to help in the provision of facilities and support services.
How much income did Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme report in 2025?
Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme reported total income of £52k and reported expenditure of £41k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme registered as a charity?
Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 1963 as charity number 226621. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme?
Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Janet Lewis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme operate?
Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme a registered charity?
Yes — Friendly Societies' Convalescent Scheme is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 226621.
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Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Friendly Societies' Convalescent Home
- Friendly Societies' Convalescent Homes Charity, Dover, Herne Bay and Elsewhere
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated