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The Spade Hammer And Pen Society

Spade Hammer Pen was originally set up in the 70's offering a meeting place to promote the leisure, social, and recreational activities for African Carribean people in the Erdington Area of B,ham.

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Activities & Mission

Spade Hammer Pen was originally set up in the 70's offering a meeting place to promote the leisure, social, and recreational activities for African Carribean people in the Erdington Area of B,ham.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£4,423
Latest Expenditure
£7,046

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 159.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 159.3%
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 2015.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2015
£872
£9,7430 / 0
2014
£0
£00 / 6
2013
£2,000
£5,0000 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Spade Hammer And Pen Society

What does The Spade Hammer And Pen Society do?

Spade Hammer Pen was originally set up in the 70's offering a meeting place to promote the leisure, social, and recreational activities for African Carribean people in the Erdington Area of B,ham.

How much income did The Spade Hammer And Pen Society report in 2015?

The Spade Hammer And Pen Society reported total income of £872.00 and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2015, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Spade Hammer And Pen Society registered as a charity?

The Spade Hammer And Pen Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 1981 as charity number 511275. It has been registered for 45 years.

Who runs The Spade Hammer And Pen Society?

The Spade Hammer And Pen Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Spade Hammer And Pen Society operate?

The Spade Hammer And Pen Society operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Spade Hammer And Pen Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Spade Hammer And Pen Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 511275.

Details

Address
C/O 36 IVY ROAD
HANDSWORTH
BIRMINGHAM
B21 9AP
Registration Date
13 April 1981
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
511275
Charity Number
511275

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Trustees

MR CALVIN MARSHALL
PERCIVAL PATTERSON
ROBERT BARNETT

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