Growing Works
Growing Works vision is to nurture lives to empower vulnerable people to build resilience. We don?t only grow vegetables, we grow people. We run outdoor therapeutic activities for children and adults, volunteers and other members of the community Activities include growing, cooking, eating, drinking, foraging, planting, crafting, bush craft, making and learning.
Activities & Mission
Growing Works vision is to nurture lives to empower vulnerable people to build resilience. We don?t only grow vegetables, we grow people. We run outdoor therapeutic activities for children and adults, volunteers and other members of the community Activities include growing, cooking, eating, drinking, foraging, planting, crafting, bush craft, making and learning.
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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 Information
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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 | £123,728 | £126,819 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £143,663 | £150,951 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £142,370 | £133,918 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £129,846 | £110,196 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £85,738 | £71,542 | 0 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Growing Works
What does Growing Works do?
Growing Works vision is to nurture lives to empower vulnerable people to build resilience. We don?t only grow vegetables, we grow people. We run outdoor therapeutic activities for children and adults, volunteers and other members of the community Activities include growing, cooking, eating, drinking, foraging, planting, crafting, bush craft, making and learning.
How much income did Growing Works report in 2025?
Growing Works reported total income of £124k and reported expenditure of £127k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Growing Works registered as a charity?
Growing Works was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 2015 as charity number 1160003. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Growing Works?
Growing Works is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Blackburn. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Growing Works operate?
Growing Works operates in Kirklees, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Growing Works a registered charity?
Yes — Growing Works is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160003.
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