The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust
Also known as: The D P Prestwich Charitable Trust
Trustees' policy is to aid improvement of welfare to the elderly & in particular to support hospices for the elderly & their day centres, including assisting with capital projects from the Trust's capital. Trustees' interest is in smaller hospices where information about their work is already known to them or easily accessible & where grants are likely to make a significant difference to the work.
Activities & Mission
Trustees' policy is to aid improvement of welfare to the elderly & in particular to support hospices for the elderly & their day centres, including assisting with capital projects from the Trust's capital. Trustees' interest is in smaller hospices where information about their work is already known to them or easily accessible & where grants are likely to make a significant difference to the work.
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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.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £118,364 | £47,476 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £127,089 | £21,998 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £18,937 | £11,824 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust
What does The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust do?
Trustees' policy is to aid improvement of welfare to the elderly & in particular to support hospices for the elderly & their day centres, including assisting with capital projects from the Trust's capital. Trustees' interest is in smaller hospices where information about their work is already known to them or easily accessible & where grants are likely to make a significant difference to the work.
How much income did The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust reported total income of £118k and reported expenditure of £47k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1993 as charity number 1017597. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust?
The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust operate?
The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Douglas Prestwich Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1017597.
Details
59-60 RUSSELL SQUARE
LONDON
WC1B 4HP
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- The D P Prestwich Charitable Trust
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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