The Melton Trust
Also known as: Melton Poor's Estate Charity
Makes grants (or pays for goods or services) to relieve need, distress or hardship of residents of Melton, Suffolk, individually or corporately.
Activities & Mission
Makes grants (or pays for goods or services) to relieve need, distress or hardship of residents of Melton, Suffolk, individually or corporately.
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 | £15,154 | £11,951 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £13,230 | £10,249 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £13,934 | £27,701 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £13,142 | £7,827 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £12,455 | £4,599 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Melton Trust
What does The Melton Trust do?
Makes grants (or pays for goods or services) to relieve need, distress or hardship of residents of Melton, Suffolk, individually or corporately.
How much income did The Melton Trust report in 2025?
The Melton Trust reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Melton Trust registered as a charity?
The Melton Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 1962 as charity number 212286. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Melton Trust?
The Melton Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Melton Trust operate?
The Melton Trust operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Melton Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Melton Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 212286.
Details
17 Riduna Park
Station Road
Melton
WOODBRIDGE
Suffolk
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Also Known As
- Melton Poor's Estate Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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