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Gamekeepers Welfare Trust

The charity provides: 1) - financial assistance for gamekeepers and people in similar occupations and their spouses who are in need;2) - assistance in the education of young persons wishing to become gamekeepers;3) - financial grants for those eligible in times of hardship, ill health and retirement;4) - a helpline service which provides information and support for beneficiaries.

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Activities & Mission

The charity provides: 1) - financial assistance for gamekeepers and people in similar occupations and their spouses who are in need;2) - assistance in the education of young persons wishing to become gamekeepers;3) - financial grants for those eligible in times of hardship, ill health and retirement;4) - a helpline service which provides information and support for beneficiaries.

Grants

Gamekeepers Welfare Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2024)
£166,650
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 other defined groups
What it supports
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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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
£166,499
Latest Expenditure
£166,650

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 100.1%
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
£166,499
£166,6500 / 12
2023
£172,024
£157,5270 / 11
2022
£229,617
£155,2350 / 6
2021
£161,797
£120,1750 / 6
2020
£130,509
£112,3520 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Gamekeepers Welfare Trust

What does Gamekeepers Welfare Trust do?

The charity provides: 1) - financial assistance for gamekeepers and people in similar occupations and their spouses who are in need;2) - assistance in the education of young persons wishing to become gamekeepers;3) - financial grants for those eligible in times of hardship, ill health and retirement;4) - a helpline service which provides information and support for beneficiaries.

How much income did Gamekeepers Welfare Trust report in 2024?

Gamekeepers Welfare Trust reported total income of £166k and reported expenditure of £167k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Gamekeepers Welfare Trust registered as a charity?

Gamekeepers Welfare Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 2019 as charity number 1183553. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Gamekeepers Welfare Trust?

Gamekeepers Welfare Trust is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is THE EARL OF AYLESFORD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Gamekeepers Welfare Trust operate?

Gamekeepers Welfare Trust operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Gamekeepers Welfare Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Gamekeepers Welfare Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183553.

Details

Address
HIGH PARK FARM
HIGH PARK
KIRKBYMOORSIDE
YORK
YO62 7HS
Registration Date
23 May 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5137001
Charity Number
1183553

Trustees

THE EARL OF AYLESFORD Chair
BRIAN ROGER MITCHELL
Darren Mark Preece
David Harris
David James Clark
David Jonathan Pooler
Dr MICHAEL CHARLES SWAN
Gareth David Clark
Kenneth Charles Butler
LADY Mary Gavin Scott
Matthew Nesbitt
Samuel Andrew Walker
Stephen Paul Stringer
The Hon. Benjamin John Basil Fitzherbert
Walter George Cole

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