Helston Downsland Charity
Also known as: Helston Allotment in Aid of Poor Rates, The Helston Welfare Trust
To manage its assets for the benefit of the objects of the scheme
Activities & Mission
To manage its assets for the benefit of the objects of the scheme
Grants
Helston Downsland Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £34,651
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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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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.
Local Authority
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 | £31,514 | £34,651 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2024 | £23,635 | £32,130 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £23,256 | £36,288 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £22,246 | £10,011 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £27,558 | £49,674 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Helston Downsland Charity
What does Helston Downsland Charity do?
To manage its assets for the benefit of the objects of the scheme
How much income did Helston Downsland Charity report in 2025?
Helston Downsland Charity reported total income of £32k and reported expenditure of £35k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Helston Downsland Charity registered as a charity?
Helston Downsland Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 August 1964 as charity number 235477. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Helston Downsland Charity?
Helston Downsland Charity is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melissa Benyon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Helston Downsland Charity operate?
Helston Downsland Charity operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Helston Downsland Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Helston Downsland Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 235477.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Helston Allotment in Aid of Poor Rates
- The Helston Welfare Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated