Kelsick's Educational Foundation
To provide grants for educational needs to young people under 25 and resident in the Lakes Parish, and to the voluntary schools (and to academies that were formerly voluntary schools) in the Lakes Parish. Grants may also be given to groups or organisations where the members satisfy the age and residence requirements. Considerable aid is given to young people with special needs.
Activities & Mission
To provide grants for educational needs to young people under 25 and resident in the Lakes Parish, and to the voluntary schools (and to academies that were formerly voluntary schools) in the Lakes Parish. Grants may also be given to groups or organisations where the members satisfy the age and residence requirements. Considerable aid is given to young people with special needs.
Grants
Kelsick's Educational Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £527,050
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training
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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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 | £448,969 | £527,050 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £411,338 | £408,717 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £406,341 | £481,624 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £407,536 | £382,351 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £387,390 | £381,641 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Kelsick's Educational Foundation
What does Kelsick's Educational Foundation do?
To provide grants for educational needs to young people under 25 and resident in the Lakes Parish, and to the voluntary schools (and to academies that were formerly voluntary schools) in the Lakes Parish. Grants may also be given to groups or organisations where the members satisfy the age and residence requirements. Considerable aid is given to young people with special needs.
How much income did Kelsick's Educational Foundation report in 2025?
Kelsick's Educational Foundation reported total income of £449k and reported expenditure of £527k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Kelsick's Educational Foundation registered as a charity?
Kelsick's Educational Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 December 1965 as charity number 526956. It has been registered for 61 years.
Who runs Kelsick's Educational Foundation?
Kelsick's Educational Foundation is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICHOLAS CHARLES MARTIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Kelsick's Educational Foundation operate?
Kelsick's Educational Foundation operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Kelsick's Educational Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Kelsick's Educational Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 526956.
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