Richard Watts Charities CIO
1. The relief of poverty of persons in the Medway unitary authority area, or who in the opinion of the trustees have a local connection with the Medway unitary authority area by the provision and maintenance of social housing in the form of alms-house accommodation. 2. The relief of people in the Medway unitary authority area who are in need by reason of financial hardship or other disadvantage,
Activities & Mission
1. The relief of poverty of persons in the Medway unitary authority area, or who in the opinion of the trustees have a local connection with the Medway unitary authority area by the provision and maintenance of social housing in the form of alms-house accommodation. 2. The relief of people in the Medway unitary authority area who are in need by reason of financial hardship or other disadvantage,
Grants
Richard Watts Charities CIO makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £65,087
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, disability and the prevention or relief of poverty
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
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £28,064,397 | £1,484,240 | £1,123,199 | £27,061,365 | £1,604,816 | 13 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Richard Watts Charities CIO
What does Richard Watts Charities CIO do?
1. The relief of poverty of persons in the Medway unitary authority area, or who in the opinion of the trustees have a local connection with the Medway unitary authority area by the provision and maintenance of social housing in the form of alms-house accommodation. 2. The relief of people in the Medway unitary authority area who are in need by reason of financial hardship or other disadvantage,
How much income did Richard Watts Charities CIO report in 2025?
Richard Watts Charities CIO reported total income of £28.06m and reported expenditure of £1.48m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Richard Watts Charities CIO registered as a charity?
Richard Watts Charities CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 2024 as charity number 1210119. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Richard Watts Charities CIO?
Richard Watts Charities CIO is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Timothy Newman. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Richard Watts Charities CIO operate?
Richard Watts Charities CIO operates in Medway, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Richard Watts Charities CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Richard Watts Charities CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1210119.
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Data & trust
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- 2 November 2026
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