The General Charity Fund
Also known as: Col W W Pilkington Will Trusts - the General Charity Fund, Pilkington General Charity Fund
Donations are made to registered charities in the Arts, Drugs, Medical and Environment fields.
Activities & Mission
Donations are made to registered charities in the Arts, Drugs, Medical and Environment fields.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £58,618 | £60,430 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £60,980 | £12,859 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £54,506 | £63,792 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £54,330 | £13,323 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £42,822 | £58,366 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The General Charity Fund
What does The General Charity Fund do?
Donations are made to registered charities in the Arts, Drugs, Medical and Environment fields.
How much income did The General Charity Fund report in 2025?
The General Charity Fund reported total income of £59k and reported expenditure of £60k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The General Charity Fund registered as a charity?
The General Charity Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 June 1964 as charity number 234710. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The General Charity Fund?
The General Charity Fund 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 General Charity Fund operate?
The General Charity Fund operates across 5 areas, including Knowsley, Liverpool City, Sefton and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The General Charity Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The General Charity Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 234710.
Details
Port of Liverpool Building
Pier Head
Liverpool
L3 1NW
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Also Known As
- Col W W Pilkington Will Trusts - the General Charity Fund
- Pilkington General Charity Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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