the newick distress trust
The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, and the general public. The Newick Distress Trust is a registered charity whose purpose is the prevention or relief of poverty. It delivers its work by making grants to individuals. The charity is based in Lewes and operates in East Sussex.
This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.
Activities & Mission
The Trust made a total of 55 (2033:49) grants in 2024 averaging £244 (2023:£310).A very high proportion were to single parent families struggling to pay bills for essential costs of living and unforeseen expenditure.2024 saw a 59% decrease (2023-67% increase) in donations and a 9% (2023:19%) decrease in grants.A very successful appeal for funds was made in April 2025.
Fundraising
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Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £18,622 | £14,800 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £11,933 | £12,505 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £13,406 | £9,662 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £20,875 | £19,238 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Details
NEWICK
LEWES
BN8 4NJ
Registry Information
Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Newick Trust