The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society
Also known as: The Northern Counties Orphan's Benevolent Society
Making of grants for payment of school fees and equipment those in the north of England
Activities & Mission
Making of grants for payment of school fees and equipment those in the north of England
Grants
The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £136,500
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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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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.
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £89,154 | £136,500 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £109,337 | £87,859 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £249,711 | £142,859 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £101,492 | £43,414 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £87,727 | £162,845 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society
What does The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society do?
Making of grants for payment of school fees and equipment those in the north of England
How much income did The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society report in 2025?
The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society reported total income of £89k and reported expenditure of £137k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society registered as a charity?
The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 1963 as charity number 219696. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society?
The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society operate?
The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society operates across 10 areas, including Cumbria, Darlington, Durham and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Northern Counties Children's Benevolent Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219696.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
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Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Northern Counties Orphan's Benevolent Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated