The Gissing Trust
The Gissing Trust was founded in 1978 to preserve the birthplace of the Wakefield born novelist George Gissing (1857-1903). The Gissing Centre was opened in 1990 and its aims are to acquire and display objects connected with George Gissing and the literary history of Wakefield.
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The Gissing Trust was founded in 1978 to preserve the birthplace of the Wakefield born novelist George Gissing (1857-1903). The Gissing Centre was opened in 1990 and its aims are to acquire and display objects connected with George Gissing and the literary history of Wakefield.
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What does The Gissing Trust do?
The Gissing Trust was founded in 1978 to preserve the birthplace of the Wakefield born novelist George Gissing (1857-1903). The Gissing Centre was opened in 1990 and its aims are to acquire and display objects connected with George Gissing and the literary history of Wakefield.
When was The Gissing Trust registered as a charity?
The Gissing Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 1980 as charity number 509607. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Gissing Trust?
The Gissing Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michaela Katharina Hazebrouck. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Gissing Trust operate?
The Gissing Trust operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Gissing Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Gissing Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 509607.
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