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The Freshgate Trust Foundation

A grant making charity established in 1941 by Harry Brearley, the discoverer of stainless steel.The Trustees policy is to meet the objectives whilst giving priority to organisations within South Yorkshire in the following spheres: Education (including Travel & Training);Heritage, Restoration & Environment; Music & The Arts; Recreation (including Holidays & Sport; Welfare, Health & Social Care.

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Activities & Mission

A grant making charity established in 1941 by Harry Brearley, the discoverer of stainless steel.The Trustees policy is to meet the objectives whilst giving priority to organisations within South Yorkshire in the following spheres: Education (including Travel & Training);Heritage, Restoration & Environment; Music & The Arts; Recreation (including Holidays & Sport; Welfare, Health & Social Care.

Grants

The Freshgate Trust Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2024)
£141,646
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, arts, culture, heritage, or science, amateur sport, the environment, conservation, or heritage, economic or community development and employment and recreation

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£101,008
Latest Expenditure
£141,646

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 140.2%
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
£101,008
£141,6460 / 0
2023
£91,928
£133,7910 / 0
2022
£82,419
£141,0790 / 0
2021
£120,736
£108,5720 / 0
2020
£120,736
£108,5720 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Freshgate Trust Foundation

What does The Freshgate Trust Foundation do?

A grant making charity established in 1941 by Harry Brearley, the discoverer of stainless steel.The Trustees policy is to meet the objectives whilst giving priority to organisations within South Yorkshire in the following spheres: Education (including Travel & Training);Heritage, Restoration & Environment; Music & The Arts; Recreation (including Holidays & Sport; Welfare, Health & Social Care.

How much income did The Freshgate Trust Foundation report in 2024?

The Freshgate Trust Foundation reported total income of £101k and reported expenditure of £142k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Freshgate Trust Foundation registered as a charity?

The Freshgate Trust Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 April 1964 as charity number 221467. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Freshgate Trust Foundation?

The Freshgate Trust Foundation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is LIZ MURRAY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Freshgate Trust Foundation operate?

The Freshgate Trust Foundation operates across 4 areas: Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield City.

Is The Freshgate Trust Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Freshgate Trust Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221467.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
6 April 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
221467
Charity Number
221467

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Trustees

Alison Danielle Joanne Gaddes Mrs
Dr Geraldine Russell
Emma Scott
HOLETTA DOBSON
JONATHAN HOWARD ROBINSON
Also governs 2 other charities
Madeleine Thomas
Matthew James Sibley
USHA RANI FITCH
VAL LINNEMANN

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