The Burkitt Scholarship Fund
Provision of educational scholarships for pupils to attend Durham School and also to provide scholarships to Old Dunelmians to attend college at either Oxford or Cambridge
Activities & Mission
Provision of educational scholarships for pupils to attend Durham School and also to provide scholarships to Old Dunelmians to attend college at either Oxford or Cambridge
Grants
The Burkitt Scholarship Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £31,876
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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
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 | £54,435 | £31,876 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £51,037 | £30,941 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £50,872 | £49,098 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £47,618 | £46,967 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £57,520 | £33,558 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Burkitt Scholarship Fund
What does The Burkitt Scholarship Fund do?
Provision of educational scholarships for pupils to attend Durham School and also to provide scholarships to Old Dunelmians to attend college at either Oxford or Cambridge
How much income did The Burkitt Scholarship Fund report in 2025?
The Burkitt Scholarship Fund reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Burkitt Scholarship Fund registered as a charity?
The Burkitt Scholarship Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 1987 as charity number 518269. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Burkitt Scholarship Fund?
The Burkitt Scholarship Fund is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Burkitt Scholarship Fund operate?
The Burkitt Scholarship Fund operates in Durham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Burkitt Scholarship Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Burkitt Scholarship Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 518269.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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