The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth
Also known as: Samuel Franklin's Almshouse Fund
The Samuel Franklin Fund (Elsworth) benefits the residents of the parish of Elsworth who are in need through financial hardship, illness, disability or infirmity. It can also assist those preparing for, or entering any trade, occupation or profession. Grants can be made to individuals or to societies/organisations/institutions that assist those in need.
Activities & Mission
The Samuel Franklin Fund (Elsworth) benefits the residents of the parish of Elsworth who are in need through financial hardship, illness, disability or infirmity. It can also assist those preparing for, or entering any trade, occupation or profession. Grants can be made to individuals or to societies/organisations/institutions that assist those in need.
Grants
The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £48,804
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives and the prevention or relief of poverty
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
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £43,843 | £48,804 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £34,973 | £38,605 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £29,071 | £39,547 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £34,138 | £35,431 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £33,411 | £26,938 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth
What does The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth do?
The Samuel Franklin Fund (Elsworth) benefits the residents of the parish of Elsworth who are in need through financial hardship, illness, disability or infirmity. It can also assist those preparing for, or entering any trade, occupation or profession. Grants can be made to individuals or to societies/organisations/institutions that assist those in need.
How much income did The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth report in 2025?
The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth reported total income of £44k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth registered as a charity?
The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1963 as charity number 228775. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth?
The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is MRS ANNIE HOWELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth operate?
The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth a registered charity?
Yes — The Samuel Franklin Fund Elsworth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 228775.
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Registry Information
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Samuel Franklin's Almshouse Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated