The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement
Also known as: Mrs L D Rope's Third Charitable Settlement
To give effect to the objects of the charity as expressed by the founders wishes. The charity's over arching aim is the relief of poverty. As a grant making charity the trustees support individuals and communities in great need in Suffolk, the UK and the Third World. In addition, the trustees support specific causes identified by the founder.
Activities & Mission
To give effect to the objects of the charity as expressed by the founders wishes. The charity's over arching aim is the relief of poverty. As a grant making charity the trustees support individuals and communities in great need in Suffolk, the UK and the Third World. In addition, the trustees support specific causes identified by the founder.
Grants
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,283,441
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 83% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 366). How is this calculated?
Higher than 41% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 20% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £2,313,813 | £2,949,881 | £2,695,754 | £75,024,772 | £3,495,580 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,785,742 | £2,488,625 | £2,316,808 | £73,896,929 | £6,406,253 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,993,708 | £2,134,596 | £1,950,581 | £70,586,000 | £3,023,022 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,344,653 | £1,858,608 | £1,564,030 | £76,982,919 | £3,097,926 | 4 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,456,499 | £1,702,450 | £1,504,780 | £73,775,570 | £1,936,712 | 4 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement
What does The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement do?
To give effect to the objects of the charity as expressed by the founders wishes. The charity's over arching aim is the relief of poverty. As a grant making charity the trustees support individuals and communities in great need in Suffolk, the UK and the Third World. In addition, the trustees support specific causes identified by the founder.
How much income did The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement report in 2025?
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement reported total income of £2.31m and reported expenditure of £2.95m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement?
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement has a program ratio of 116.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 366 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement registered as a charity?
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 1984 as charity number 290533. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement?
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement 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 The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement operate?
The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement operates across 7 areas, including Cambodia, Ecuador, India and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement a registered charity?
Yes — The Mrs L D Rope Third Charitable Settlement is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290533.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Mrs L D Rope's Third Charitable Settlement
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated