The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association
Also known as: T B I, The Tailors Benevolent Institute
The charity help fund the regular provision of welfare to past journeymen and tailoresses against specific criteria which are set by the Board of Management
Activities & Mission
The charity help fund the regular provision of welfare to past journeymen and tailoresses against specific criteria which are set by the Board of Management
Grants
The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £145,270
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £412,508 | £145,270 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2024 | £182,227 | £141,639 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2023 | £167,169 | £141,051 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £100,258 | £123,338 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £67,248 | £113,702 | 0 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association
What does The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association do?
The charity help fund the regular provision of welfare to past journeymen and tailoresses against specific criteria which are set by the Board of Management
How much income did The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association report in 2025?
The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association reported total income of £413k and reported expenditure of £145k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association registered as a charity?
The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 1962 as charity number 212954. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association?
The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Suresh Ramakrishnan. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association operate?
The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Bespoke Tailors' Benevolent Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 212954.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- T B I
- The Tailors Benevolent Institute
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated