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The Norman Family Charitable Trust

The Norman Family Charitable Trust is a grant making charity. Grants are given at the Trustees' discretion to any charitable causes within the South West with preference for Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. No grants are given to charities which involve using live animals for research or experimental purposes, to overseas projects, or for the maintenance of buildings used for religious purposes.

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Activities & Mission

The Norman Family Charitable Trust is a grant making charity. Grants are given at the Trustees' discretion to any charitable causes within the South West with preference for Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. No grants are given to charities which involve using live animals for research or experimental purposes, to overseas projects, or for the maintenance of buildings used for religious purposes.

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
£438,409
Latest Expenditure
£665,742

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 151.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 151.9%
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
£438,409
£665,7420 / 0
2024
£434,824
£575,6370 / 0
2023
£488,530
£584,5120 / 0
2022
£428,392
£919,2000 / 0
2021
£447,428
£431,4750 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Norman Family Charitable Trust

What does The Norman Family Charitable Trust do?

The Norman Family Charitable Trust is a grant making charity. Grants are given at the Trustees' discretion to any charitable causes within the South West with preference for Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. No grants are given to charities which involve using live animals for research or experimental purposes, to overseas projects, or for the maintenance of buildings used for religious purposes.

How much income did The Norman Family Charitable Trust report in 2025?

The Norman Family Charitable Trust reported total income of £438k and reported expenditure of £666k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Norman Family Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Norman Family Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 May 1979 as charity number 277616. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs The Norman Family Charitable Trust?

The Norman Family Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mr Christopher Davis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Norman Family Charitable Trust operate?

The Norman Family Charitable Trust operates across 3 areas: Cornwall, Devon and Somerset.

Is The Norman Family Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Norman Family Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277616.

Details

Address
Unit 11
South Farm Court
South Farm Road
BUDLEIGH SALTERTON
Devon
EX9 7AY
Website
www.nfct.org
Registration Date
23 May 1979
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
277616
Charity Number
277616

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Trustees

Mr Christopher Davis Chair
Benjamin Findel Hawkins
Brian Eastwood
Cathy Houghton
Christopher Boorman
Fiona Ross
Harriet Swarbrick
SARAH GILLINGHAM

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