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The Dorothy Kerin Trust

Also known as: Burrswood

Prevention and relief of physical and/or mental illness for the public benefit in Kent and East Sussex through activities such as the provision of outdoor space for healthy recreation, counselling and medical therapy. Advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in Kent and East Sussex, including the provision of chaplaincy services.

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Activities & Mission

Prevention and relief of physical and/or mental illness for the public benefit in Kent and East Sussex through activities such as the provision of outdoor space for healthy recreation, counselling and medical therapy. Advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in Kent and East Sussex, including the provision of chaplaincy services.

Grants

The Dorothy Kerin Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
individuals
Grants paid (2023)
£224,149
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, disability and religious activities

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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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
£343,438
Latest Expenditure
£298,420

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 5.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 5.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £4,362,909
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £36,634
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £257,371
Raising Funds £0
Governance £14,599
Grants to Institutions £224,149
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Dorothy Kerin Trust Burrswood (organisation 3996700)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£343,438
£298,4200 / 0
2024
£54,052
£234,0490 / 0
2023
£4,399,543
£257,371£257,371£4,482,245£500,6050 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Dorothy Kerin Trust

What does The Dorothy Kerin Trust do?

Prevention and relief of physical and/or mental illness for the public benefit in Kent and East Sussex through activities such as the provision of outdoor space for healthy recreation, counselling and medical therapy. Advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in Kent and East Sussex, including the provision of chaplaincy services.

How much income did The Dorothy Kerin Trust report in 2025?

The Dorothy Kerin Trust reported total income of £343k and reported expenditure of £298k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Dorothy Kerin Trust registered as a charity?

The Dorothy Kerin Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 June 2022 as charity number 1199508. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs The Dorothy Kerin Trust?

The Dorothy Kerin Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Dorothy Kerin Trust operate?

The Dorothy Kerin Trust operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and Kent.

Is The Dorothy Kerin Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Dorothy Kerin Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199508.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
30 June 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5182609
Charity Number
1199508

Trustees

Dr Anthony Mason Jones
Also governs 1 other charity
JANE ELIZABETH COOK
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Nicholas George Read
SARAH ANN DAVIES
Sarah Janet Raine
SIMON GUY JOYCE
Also governs 2 other charities

Also Known As

  • Burrswood

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
2 November 2026
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