The Shaftesbury Society
Also known as: Shaftesbury
In June 2007, The Shaftesbury Society merged with John Grooms, a fellow Christian charity providing care, support and holiday services for disabled people; from that date we transferred our activities together with those of John Grooms to Grooms-Shaftesbury, now formally known as Livability, creating the largest Christian disability charity in the country.
Activities & Mission
In June 2007, The Shaftesbury Society merged with John Grooms, a fellow Christian charity providing care, support and holiday services for disabled people; from that date we transferred our activities together with those of John Grooms to Grooms-Shaftesbury, now formally known as Livability, creating the largest Christian disability charity in the country.
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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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Frequently asked questions about The Shaftesbury Society
What does The Shaftesbury Society do?
In June 2007, The Shaftesbury Society merged with John Grooms, a fellow Christian charity providing care, support and holiday services for disabled people; from that date we transferred our activities together with those of John Grooms to Grooms-Shaftesbury, now formally known as Livability, creating the largest Christian disability charity in the country.
When was The Shaftesbury Society registered as a charity?
The Shaftesbury Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 April 1964 as charity number 221948. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Shaftesbury Society?
The Shaftesbury Society is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shaftesbury Society operate?
The Shaftesbury Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shaftesbury Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Shaftesbury Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 221948.
Details
1 Coburg St
Gateshead
NE8 1NS
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