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The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable

To raise and provide funds for the purpose of either supplementing in such a manner as the Friends think fit the resources of the hospital services or putting such funds or part thereof at the disposal of the Hospital Management Committee of the Hospitals.

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Activities & Mission

To raise and provide funds for the purpose of either supplementing in such a manner as the Friends think fit the resources of the hospital services or putting such funds or part thereof at the disposal of the Hospital Management Committee of the Hospitals.

Grants

The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2023)
£74,147
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
What it supports
the advancement of health or the saving of lives

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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
£3,986
Latest Expenditure
£74,147

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 1860.2%
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 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£18,610
£3,3050 / 2
2021
£197,906
£00 / 4

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Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable

What does The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable do?

To raise and provide funds for the purpose of either supplementing in such a manner as the Friends think fit the resources of the hospital services or putting such funds or part thereof at the disposal of the Hospital Management Committee of the Hospitals.

How much income did The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable report in 2023?

The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable registered as a charity?

The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1961 as charity number 201201. It has been registered for 65 years.

Who runs The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable?

The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER JOHN COWAN MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable operate?

The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable operates across 3 areas: Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Luton.

Is The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable a registered charity?

Yes — The Friends Of The Hospitals Of Luton And Dunstable is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 201201.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
18 December 1961
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
201201
Charity Number
201201

Trustees

PETER JOHN COWAN MBE Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
EDWARD READ
Graham Boughton
Also governs 1 other charity
MISS M E JOHNSON
Robin Andrew COWAN

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