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The Purchas Charitable Trust

The policy of the trust has continued in the building of a capital sum. The aim is to support Christian education and service. Grants will be made from income and, possibly, capital. This will normally be administered through established and recognized Christian organisations, using their special knowledge and resources.

Activities & Mission

The policy of the trust has continued in the building of a capital sum. The aim is to support Christian education and service. Grants will be made from income and, possibly, capital. This will normally be administered through established and recognized Christian organisations, using their special knowledge and resources.

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
£51,937
Latest Expenditure
£10,041

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 19.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 19.3%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£51,937
£10,0410 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Purchas Charitable Trust

What does The Purchas Charitable Trust do?

The policy of the trust has continued in the building of a capital sum. The aim is to support Christian education and service. Grants will be made from income and, possibly, capital. This will normally be administered through established and recognized Christian organisations, using their special knowledge and resources.

How much income did The Purchas Charitable Trust report in 2024?

The Purchas Charitable Trust reported total income of £52k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Purchas Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

The Purchas Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 1984 as charity number 288437. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs The Purchas Charitable Trust?

The Purchas Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is CANON TOM PURCHAS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Purchas Charitable Trust operate?

The Purchas Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Purchas Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Purchas Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 288437.

Details

Address
5 Parkinson Close
Marford Road
Wheathampstead
ST. ALBANS
AL4 8DP
Registration Date
16 January 1984
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
288437
Charity Number
288437

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Trustees

CANON TOM PURCHAS Chair
Anna May Elizabeth Purchas

Sectors & Classifications

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