Garrison Welfare
The Charity's object is the promotion of efficiency of the Armed Forces of the crown by providing welfare support to service personnel and their dependants in the form of grants to support adventure training, sporting activities. The charity also provides assistance in support of local amenities such as community centre, coffee shop which help towards morale in all aspects of service life.
Activities & Mission
The Charity's object is the promotion of efficiency of the Armed Forces of the crown by providing welfare support to service personnel and their dependants in the form of grants to support adventure training, sporting activities. The charity also provides assistance in support of local amenities such as community centre, coffee shop which help towards morale in all aspects of service life.
Grants
Garrison Welfare makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £55,074
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- armed forces or emergency service efficiency
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 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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — St Nicholas Playgroup (colchester Station) (organisation 1061085)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £55,541 | £55,074 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £47,620 | £51,041 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £54,000 | £69,500 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £71,730 | £53,549 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £20,639 | £29,416 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Garrison Welfare
What does Garrison Welfare do?
The Charity's object is the promotion of efficiency of the Armed Forces of the crown by providing welfare support to service personnel and their dependants in the form of grants to support adventure training, sporting activities. The charity also provides assistance in support of local amenities such as community centre, coffee shop which help towards morale in all aspects of service life.
How much income did Garrison Welfare report in 2026?
Garrison Welfare reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £55k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Garrison Welfare registered as a charity?
Garrison Welfare was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 July 2017 as charity number 1174036. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Garrison Welfare?
Garrison Welfare is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lt Col EDWARD LESLIE RANKIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Garrison Welfare operate?
Garrison Welfare operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Garrison Welfare a registered charity?
Yes — Garrison Welfare is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1174036.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated