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The Commonweal Trust

Also known as: Commonweal, Commonweal Trust, The Commonweal Collection

The Commonweal Trust maintains the Commonweal Collection, an independent specialist library devoted to issues around nonviolent social change working to promote peace and justice. The library provides literature, resources and other support for those who share its vision of the good society.

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Activities & Mission

The Commonweal Trust maintains the Commonweal Collection, an independent specialist library devoted to issues around nonviolent social change working to promote peace and justice. The library provides literature, resources and other support for those who share its vision of the good society.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£10,973
Latest Expenditure
£4,851

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 44.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 44.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£10,973
£4,8510 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Commonweal Trust

What does The Commonweal Trust do?

The Commonweal Trust maintains the Commonweal Collection, an independent specialist library devoted to issues around nonviolent social change working to promote peace and justice. The library provides literature, resources and other support for those who share its vision of the good society.

How much income did The Commonweal Trust report in 2024?

The Commonweal Trust reported total income of £11k and reported expenditure of £5k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Commonweal Trust registered as a charity?

The Commonweal Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 February 1996 as charity number 1053157. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs The Commonweal Trust?

The Commonweal Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Commonweal Trust operate?

The Commonweal Trust operates in Bradford City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Commonweal Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Commonweal Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1053157.

Details

Address
C/O JB PRIESTLEY LIBRARY
University of Bradford
Richmond Road
BRADFORD
BD7 1DP
Registration Date
22 February 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1053157
Charity Number
1053157

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Trustees

Blessing Onwudiwe
Dr Ute Kelly
HEATHER BLAKEY
Matthew Keiran Dunne
MS ELLIE CLEMENT
MS JEN FOX
Rachel Julian
Also governs 2 other charities
Shabina Aslam
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Commonweal
  • Commonweal Trust
  • The Commonweal Collection

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