The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund was set up in 1934 to help the poor elderly in Hull. Beneficiaries are retired and receive pension credit. At the Trustees discretion, donations are also made to Hull based charities in December.
Activities & Mission
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund was set up in 1934 to help the poor elderly in Hull. Beneficiaries are retired and receive pension credit. At the Trustees discretion, donations are also made to Hull based charities in December.
Grants
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £206,238
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 | £107,496 | £206,238 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £104,089 | £201,364 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £98,366 | £186,459 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £88,223 | £184,967 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £76,794 | £123,765 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund
What does The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund do?
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund was set up in 1934 to help the poor elderly in Hull. Beneficiaries are retired and receive pension credit. At the Trustees discretion, donations are also made to Hull based charities in December.
How much income did The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund reported total income of £107k and reported expenditure of £206k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 September 1963 as charity number 225318. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund?
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOSEPH NEWTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund operate?
The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund operates in Kingston Upon Hull City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The Joseph Rank Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 225318.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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