Sheldon Memorial Trust
Also known as: The Oliver Sheldon Trust
The charity promotes education in history and the arts relating to the City of York. It makes grants or loans to secure the publication of information relating to York's history and promotes public lectures. It holds an essay competition and offers a university history prize. It also offers a schools' project.
Activities & Mission
The charity promotes education in history and the arts relating to the City of York. It makes grants or loans to secure the publication of information relating to York's history and promotes public lectures. It holds an essay competition and offers a university history prize. It also offers a schools' project.
Areas of Operation
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Frequently asked questions about Sheldon Memorial Trust
What does Sheldon Memorial Trust do?
The charity promotes education in history and the arts relating to the City of York. It makes grants or loans to secure the publication of information relating to York's history and promotes public lectures. It holds an essay competition and offers a university history prize. It also offers a schools' project.
When was Sheldon Memorial Trust registered as a charity?
Sheldon Memorial Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 1964 as charity number 529733. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Sheldon Memorial Trust?
Sheldon Memorial Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD GREEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sheldon Memorial Trust operate?
Sheldon Memorial Trust operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Sheldon Memorial Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Sheldon Memorial Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 529733.
Details
Haxby
York
YO32 3LA
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- The Oliver Sheldon Trust
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