The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust
For the public benefit to relieve the need of persons resident in Newmarket and the surrounding areas who are 55 years or over and in need of financial support and assistance with the provision of healthcare and housing
Activities & Mission
For the public benefit to relieve the need of persons resident in Newmarket and the surrounding areas who are 55 years or over and in need of financial support and assistance with the provision of healthcare and housing
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
Higher than 33% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 863). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £437,880 | £473,452 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £527,984 | £486,802 | £418,086 | £13,869,781 | £13,869,781 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £525,405 | £386,115 | £316,354 | £13,406,162 | £504,595 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £698,795 | £464,538 | £396,598 | £13,471,001 | £305,024 | 1 / 0 |
| 2021 | £379,986 | £451,037 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust
What does The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust do?
For the public benefit to relieve the need of persons resident in Newmarket and the surrounding areas who are 55 years or over and in need of financial support and assistance with the provision of healthcare and housing
How much income did The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust report in 2025?
The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust reported total income of £438k and reported expenditure of £473k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust?
The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust has a program ratio of 79.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Housing charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 863 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust registered as a charity?
The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 January 2018 as charity number 1176924. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust?
The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROY MAY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust operate?
The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust operates across 2 areas: Cambridgeshire and Suffolk.
Is The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The George Gibson Almshouses Foundation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1176924.
Details
George Gibson Close
Exning
Newmarket
Suffolk
CB8 7LE
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