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The Friends Of Greyfriars

Also known as: Friends of Greyfriars

The charity was formed in 1994 to receive donations and legacies in order to give financial assistance with the operation of Ringwood and District Community Association (Charity No 301929) as and when required.

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Activities & Mission

The charity was formed in 1994 to receive donations and legacies in order to give financial assistance with the operation of Ringwood and District Community Association (Charity No 301929) as and when required.

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
£169,758
Latest Expenditure
£37,941

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 22.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 22.4%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£169,758
£37,9410 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Greyfriars

What does The Friends Of Greyfriars do?

The charity was formed in 1994 to receive donations and legacies in order to give financial assistance with the operation of Ringwood and District Community Association (Charity No 301929) as and when required.

How much income did The Friends Of Greyfriars report in 2025?

The Friends Of Greyfriars reported total income of £170k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of Greyfriars registered as a charity?

The Friends Of Greyfriars was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 1994 as charity number 1040112. It has been registered for 32 years.

Who runs The Friends Of Greyfriars?

The Friends Of Greyfriars is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL JOHN SMYTH OSBORNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of Greyfriars operate?

The Friends Of Greyfriars operates across 2 areas: Dorset and Hampshire.

Is The Friends Of Greyfriars a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of Greyfriars is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1040112.

Details

Address
Greyfriars Community Centre
44 Christchurch Road
Ringwood
BH24 1DW
Registration Date
16 August 1994
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1040112
Charity Number
1040112

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Trustees

MICHAEL JOHN SMYTH OSBORNE Chair
JANET SYLVIA DOLBY
MR ROWAN BENFORD BROCKHURST
Also governs 1 other charity
MRS ANN PEDERSEN
Also governs 1 other charity
MRS MADELEINE JOY PARRY
Philip James West
Also governs 1 other charity
William Henry Levings

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Friends of Greyfriars

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