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The Richard Lawes Foundation

We are a grant making charity which supports appeals and not for profit organisations where donations will have a real and immediate impact. We prefer smaller charitable institutions and specialised or local branches of larger charitable institutions. However, at present unsolicited applications are not being considered.

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Activities & Mission

We are a grant making charity which supports appeals and not for profit organisations where donations will have a real and immediate impact. We prefer smaller charitable institutions and specialised or local branches of larger charitable institutions. However, at present unsolicited applications are not being considered.

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
£221,925
Latest Expenditure
£428,621

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 193.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 193.1%
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
£221,925
£428,6210 / 0
2024
£268,666
£399,1680 / 0
2023
£243,867
£424,1220 / 0
2022
£221,200
£404,4970 / 0
2021
£217,700
£387,5920 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Richard Lawes Foundation

What does The Richard Lawes Foundation do?

We are a grant making charity which supports appeals and not for profit organisations where donations will have a real and immediate impact. We prefer smaller charitable institutions and specialised or local branches of larger charitable institutions. However, at present unsolicited applications are not being considered.

How much income did The Richard Lawes Foundation report in 2025?

The Richard Lawes Foundation reported total income of £222k and reported expenditure of £429k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Richard Lawes Foundation registered as a charity?

The Richard Lawes Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 August 1977 as charity number 274042. It has been registered for 49 years.

Who runs The Richard Lawes Foundation?

The Richard Lawes Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is WILLIAM ROBERT LAWES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Richard Lawes Foundation operate?

The Richard Lawes Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Richard Lawes Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Richard Lawes Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 274042.

Details

Address
Longhayes
Lowerdown
Bovey Tracey
Newton Abbot
TQ13 9LF
Registration Date
4 August 1977
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
274042
Charity Number
274042

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Trustees

WILLIAM ROBERT LAWES Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
DAVID STUART NORTHCROFT
Dr DOROTHEA PHYLLIDA LAWES
JANET ELIZABETH WITHERS

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