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Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a)

U3A Frodsham provides life long learning in a friendly, social setting for older people in Frodsham and the surrounding area. We have a monthly meeting for all members with speakers on a wide variety of topics. We currently have 32 different interest groups which members organise and contribute to. National U3A provides Summer Schools, online resources, 5 magazines a year and subject advisors.

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Activities & Mission

U3A Frodsham provides life long learning in a friendly, social setting for older people in Frodsham and the surrounding area. We have a monthly meeting for all members with speakers on a wide variety of topics. We currently have 32 different interest groups which members organise and contribute to. National U3A provides Summer Schools, online resources, 5 magazines a year and subject advisors.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£14,613
Latest Expenditure
£12,246

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 83.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 83.8%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£14,613
£12,2460 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a)

What does Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) do?

U3A Frodsham provides life long learning in a friendly, social setting for older people in Frodsham and the surrounding area. We have a monthly meeting for all members with speakers on a wide variety of topics. We currently have 32 different interest groups which members organise and contribute to. National U3A provides Summer Schools, online resources, 5 magazines a year and subject advisors.

How much income did Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) report in 2024?

Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) registered as a charity?

Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 2023 as charity number 1204978. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a)?

Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anne Gillian Matthewson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) operate?

Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) operates in Cheshire West & Chester, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) a registered charity?

Yes — Frodsham University Of The Third Age (u3a) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204978.

Details

Address
7 GREENSIDE AVENUE
FRODSHAM
WA6 7SA
Registration Date
29 September 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5225526
Charity Number
1204978

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Trustees

Anne Gillian Matthewson Chair
Barbara Healey
Eric Dixon
Glenda Nora Marya Boyd-Williams
Janet Elizabeth De Haas
Johanna Preston
John D'Aubray-Butler
Josephine Marie Evans
Karen Margaret Laird
Nora Margaret Parsley
Sally Teresa Batty
Susan Patricia Filer

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