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Open Hive

Also known as: Beekeeping for Hope

We promote and further the craft of beekeeping by educating children, adults and aspiring beekeepers through educational workshops, talks and shows. We also empower disadvantaged individuals though skill-building and education to promote confidence, wellbeing and community. We also utilise the profits from our honey sales to help alleviate poverty and support community charitable causes.

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Activities & Mission

We promote and further the craft of beekeeping by educating children, adults and aspiring beekeepers through educational workshops, talks and shows. We also empower disadvantaged individuals though skill-building and education to promote confidence, wellbeing and community. We also utilise the profits from our honey sales to help alleviate poverty and support community charitable causes.

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Areas of Operation

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£9,989
Latest Expenditure
£7,721

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 77.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about Open Hive

What does Open Hive do?

We promote and further the craft of beekeeping by educating children, adults and aspiring beekeepers through educational workshops, talks and shows. We also empower disadvantaged individuals though skill-building and education to promote confidence, wellbeing and community. We also utilise the profits from our honey sales to help alleviate poverty and support community charitable causes.

When was Open Hive registered as a charity?

Open Hive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 February 2024 as charity number 1207221. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs Open Hive?

Open Hive is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Robert Wheeldon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Open Hive operate?

Open Hive operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Open Hive a registered charity?

Yes — Open Hive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1207221.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
27 February 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5234019
Charity Number
1207221

Trustees

James Robert Wheeldon Chair
Christopher Andrew Lomas
Also governs 1 other charity
Daniel Hymer
Marie Theresa Wheeldon
Mihai-Dorin Serban

Also Known As

  • Beekeeping for Hope

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