The Nottingham General Dispensary
Relieving in cases of need persons resident in the County of Nottinghamshire who are sick, convalescent, disabled, handicapped or infirm by providing or paying for items services or facilities which are calculated to alleviate the suffering or assist the recovery of such persons in such cases but are not readily available to them from other sources.
Activities & Mission
Relieving in cases of need persons resident in the County of Nottinghamshire who are sick, convalescent, disabled, handicapped or infirm by providing or paying for items services or facilities which are calculated to alleviate the suffering or assist the recovery of such persons in such cases but are not readily available to them from other sources.
Grants
The Nottingham General Dispensary is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £31,685
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability
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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Financial Information
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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 | £38,135 | £31,685 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £37,196 | £34,682 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £38,229 | £50,715 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £34,488 | £52,662 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £34,113 | £48,370 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Nottingham General Dispensary
What does The Nottingham General Dispensary do?
Relieving in cases of need persons resident in the County of Nottinghamshire who are sick, convalescent, disabled, handicapped or infirm by providing or paying for items services or facilities which are calculated to alleviate the suffering or assist the recovery of such persons in such cases but are not readily available to them from other sources.
How much income did The Nottingham General Dispensary report in 2025?
The Nottingham General Dispensary reported total income of £38k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Nottingham General Dispensary registered as a charity?
The Nottingham General Dispensary was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 1963 as charity number 228149. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Nottingham General Dispensary?
The Nottingham General Dispensary is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAULINE JOHNSTON MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Nottingham General Dispensary operate?
The Nottingham General Dispensary operates in Nottinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Nottingham General Dispensary a registered charity?
Yes — The Nottingham General Dispensary is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 228149.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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