Lady Hewley's Charity
The making of grants to Ministers, Retired Ministers and their Widows who are members of the United Reformed or Baptist churches and also students who are studying for ministries in these churches and attending certain specified colleges. Preference is given to those fro the Northern Counties of England. The management of Almshouses belonging to the trust in York
Activities & Mission
The making of grants to Ministers, Retired Ministers and their Widows who are members of the United Reformed or Baptist churches and also students who are studying for ministries in these churches and attending certain specified colleges. Preference is given to those fro the Northern Counties of England. The management of Almshouses belonging to the trust in York
Grants
Lady Hewley's Charity is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £93,675
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty and religious activities
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
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 680). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £857,566 | £505,499 | £432,333 | £20,604,927 | £380,681 | 0 / 5 |
| 2024 | £463,086 | £580,965 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £377,665 | £525,984 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £438,848 | £401,565 | 0 / 4 | |||
| 2021 | £287,865 | £451,098 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Lady Hewley's Charity
What does Lady Hewley's Charity do?
The making of grants to Ministers, Retired Ministers and their Widows who are members of the United Reformed or Baptist churches and also students who are studying for ministries in these churches and attending certain specified colleges. Preference is given to those fro the Northern Counties of England. The management of Almshouses belonging to the trust in York
How much income did Lady Hewley's Charity report in 2025?
Lady Hewley's Charity reported total income of £858k and reported expenditure of £505k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Lady Hewley's Charity?
Lady Hewley's Charity has a program ratio of 50.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 680 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Lady Hewley's Charity registered as a charity?
Lady Hewley's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 October 1963 as charity number 230043. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Lady Hewley's Charity?
Lady Hewley's Charity is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lady Hewley's Charity operate?
Lady Hewley's Charity operates across 3 areas: City Of York, Lancashire and Northumberland.
Is Lady Hewley's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Lady Hewley's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 230043.
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- 2 November 2026
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