The Shaw Society
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Activities & Mission
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Grants
The Shaw Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £17,632
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £37,290 | £17,632 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £38,681 | £23,479 | 0 / 16 | |||
| 2023 | £14,411 | £2,261 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Shaw Society
What does The Shaw Society do?
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How much income did The Shaw Society report in 2025?
The Shaw Society reported total income of £37k and reported expenditure of £18k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Shaw Society registered as a charity?
The Shaw Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 2022 as charity number 1200279. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs The Shaw Society?
The Shaw Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is MAUREEN CLARK-DARBY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Shaw Society operate?
The Shaw Society operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Shaw Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Shaw Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200279.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated