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The David Pickford Charitable Foundation

The objectives of the foundation are set out in Clause 2 of the Deed which states that the trustees shall hold the trust fund and the income thereof to pay or apply the annual income of any part of the capital of the trust fund to, or for, such charitable institution, or institutions, or other charitable objects, or objects as the trustees shall from time to time at their discretion select

Activities & Mission

The objectives of the foundation are set out in Clause 2 of the Deed which states that the trustees shall hold the trust fund and the income thereof to pay or apply the annual income of any part of the capital of the trust fund to, or for, such charitable institution, or institutions, or other charitable objects, or objects as the trustees shall from time to time at their discretion select

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£28,128
Latest Expenditure
£124,641

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 6.5%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 79.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 24.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £846,768
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £7,663
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £55,345
Raising Funds £13,979
Governance £2,745
Grants to Institutions £52,600
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£28,128
£124,6410 / 0
2024
£29,699
£135,9520 / 0
2023
£31,383
£159,7850 / 0
2022
£617,143
£69,324£55,345£1,877,491£8,5390 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The David Pickford Charitable Foundation

What does The David Pickford Charitable Foundation do?

The objectives of the foundation are set out in Clause 2 of the Deed which states that the trustees shall hold the trust fund and the income thereof to pay or apply the annual income of any part of the capital of the trust fund to, or for, such charitable institution, or institutions, or other charitable objects, or objects as the trustees shall from time to time at their discretion select

How much income did The David Pickford Charitable Foundation report in 2025?

The David Pickford Charitable Foundation reported total income of £28k and reported expenditure of £125k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The David Pickford Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?

The David Pickford Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 August 1965 as charity number 243437. It has been registered for 61 years.

Who runs The David Pickford Charitable Foundation?

The David Pickford Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is ELIZABETH JANE PETTERSEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The David Pickford Charitable Foundation operate?

The David Pickford Charitable Foundation operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The David Pickford Charitable Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The David Pickford Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 243437.

Details

Address
Benover House
Rectory Lane
Saltwood
Hythe
CT21 4QA
Registration Date
23 August 1965
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
243437
Charity Number
243437

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Trustees

ELIZABETH JANE PETTERSEN Chair
Also governs 3 other charities
PENELOPE Blackwell
Also governs 2 other charities

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