Poor's Land
Also known as: Brooke Charity, Brooke Poor Charity, Brooke Trust Rutland, Grocock's Charity
The charity aims to provide financial aid for people and organisations living in the Brooke, Oakham, Braunston, Riddlington and Morcott.The charity awards small grants with the intention of improving their daily lives, focusing on the needs of children, the sick and the elderly.
Activities & Mission
The charity aims to provide financial aid for people and organisations living in the Brooke, Oakham, Braunston, Riddlington and Morcott.The charity awards small grants with the intention of improving their daily lives, focusing on the needs of children, the sick and the elderly.
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.
Local Authority
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £10,840 | £6,811 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £11,634 | £5,059 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £12,425 | £8,267 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £11,778 | £4,256 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Poor's Land
What does Poor's Land do?
The charity aims to provide financial aid for people and organisations living in the Brooke, Oakham, Braunston, Riddlington and Morcott.The charity awards small grants with the intention of improving their daily lives, focusing on the needs of children, the sick and the elderly.
How much income did Poor's Land report in 2024?
Poor's Land reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £7k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Poor's Land registered as a charity?
Poor's Land was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 January 1964 as charity number 221729. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Poor's Land?
Poor's Land is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Richard Baker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Poor's Land operate?
Poor's Land operates in Rutland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Poor's Land a registered charity?
Yes — Poor's Land is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221729.
Details
10 Church Lane
BROOKE
OAKHAM
LE15 8RE
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Brooke Charity
- Brooke Poor Charity
- Brooke Trust Rutland
- Grocock's Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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