James Henry Blake's Charity
From a Will made in 1901 to assist poor children and orphans from Mansfield and Chatteris. The CC approved changes in May 2009 for the aims to now read: "To assist children up to 18 years of age in need of support, in any activity of leisure or personal development deemed appropriate by the Trustees.....any such child will be provided with any necessary clothing, equipment or expenses"
Activities & Mission
From a Will made in 1901 to assist poor children and orphans from Mansfield and Chatteris. The CC approved changes in May 2009 for the aims to now read: "To assist children up to 18 years of age in need of support, in any activity of leisure or personal development deemed appropriate by the Trustees.....any such child will be provided with any necessary clothing, equipment or expenses"
Grants
James Henry Blake's Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2023)
- £9,200
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £10,900 | £8,600 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about James Henry Blake's Charity
What does James Henry Blake's Charity do?
From a Will made in 1901 to assist poor children and orphans from Mansfield and Chatteris. The CC approved changes in May 2009 for the aims to now read: "To assist children up to 18 years of age in need of support, in any activity of leisure or personal development deemed appropriate by the Trustees.....any such child will be provided with any necessary clothing, equipment or expenses"
How much income did James Henry Blake's Charity report in 2023?
James Henry Blake's Charity reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was James Henry Blake's Charity registered as a charity?
James Henry Blake's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 1963 as charity number 221719. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs James Henry Blake's Charity?
James Henry Blake's Charity is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does James Henry Blake's Charity operate?
James Henry Blake's Charity operates across 2 areas: Cambridgeshire and Nottinghamshire.
Is James Henry Blake's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — James Henry Blake's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221719.
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