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The Michael Varah Memorial Fund

The charity identifies, supports - and may commission - projects to transform the lives of those marked by crime and hopelessness. We support retraining, sports, the arts, and other activities that promote teamwork, practical skills, a channel for energy and a sense of self worth.

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Activities & Mission

The charity identifies, supports - and may commission - projects to transform the lives of those marked by crime and hopelessness. We support retraining, sports, the arts, and other activities that promote teamwork, practical skills, a channel for energy and a sense of self worth.

Grants

The Michael Varah Memorial Fund is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£25,723
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing, amateur sport, economic or community development and employment, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity and recreation

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£23,848
Latest Expenditure
£25,723

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 107.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£23,848
£25,7230 / 18
2024
£17,105
£21,3220 / 10
2023
£25,471
£28,5870 / 12
2022
£25,076
£37,4900 / 3
2021
£17,088
£18,0980 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Michael Varah Memorial Fund

What does The Michael Varah Memorial Fund do?

The charity identifies, supports - and may commission - projects to transform the lives of those marked by crime and hopelessness. We support retraining, sports, the arts, and other activities that promote teamwork, practical skills, a channel for energy and a sense of self worth.

How much income did The Michael Varah Memorial Fund report in 2025?

The Michael Varah Memorial Fund reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £26k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Michael Varah Memorial Fund registered as a charity?

The Michael Varah Memorial Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 September 2007 as charity number 1120825. It has been registered for 19 years.

Who runs The Michael Varah Memorial Fund?

The Michael Varah Memorial Fund is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Michael Varah Memorial Fund operate?

The Michael Varah Memorial Fund operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Michael Varah Memorial Fund a registered charity?

Yes — The Michael Varah Memorial Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120825.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
12 September 2007
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4032439
Charity Number
1120825

Trustees

JAMES EDWARD CHARLES VARAH
KATE ELIZABETH BOOTH
Also governs 1 other charity
MR JAMIE SEHMER FCA
MRS NICKY DAWKINS
SALLY ANNE VARAH MBE DL

Data & trust

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