Plymouth Public Dispensary
The use of the charity's income for the relief of persons in the area of benefit (the boundaries of the area of Plymouth City Council) who are sick, convalescent, disbled or infirm by relieving their suffering or assisting their recovery.
Activities & Mission
The use of the charity's income for the relief of persons in the area of benefit (the boundaries of the area of Plymouth City Council) who are sick, convalescent, disbled or infirm by relieving their suffering or assisting their recovery.
Grants
Plymouth Public Dispensary is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £47,577
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability
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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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
Financial Efficiency
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 | £58,581 | £47,577 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £57,855 | £49,988 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £58,448 | £42,336 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £53,740 | £47,351 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £54,958 | £62,128 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Plymouth Public Dispensary
What does Plymouth Public Dispensary do?
The use of the charity's income for the relief of persons in the area of benefit (the boundaries of the area of Plymouth City Council) who are sick, convalescent, disbled or infirm by relieving their suffering or assisting their recovery.
How much income did Plymouth Public Dispensary report in 2025?
Plymouth Public Dispensary reported total income of £59k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Plymouth Public Dispensary registered as a charity?
Plymouth Public Dispensary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 1974 as charity number 267658. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs Plymouth Public Dispensary?
Plymouth Public Dispensary is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr JOHN MAHONY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Plymouth Public Dispensary operate?
Plymouth Public Dispensary operates in Plymouth City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Plymouth Public Dispensary a registered charity?
Yes — Plymouth Public Dispensary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 267658.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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