The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement
Also known as: Kathy Olds, Operation Exit, Zane a National Emergency
The objects of the charity are to assist ZANE (charity no 1112949) in the provision of assistance to those destitute and trapped in Zimbabwe. It also supplies UK charitable support to the Borradaile Nursing Home Complex in Zimbabwe.It supplied charitable support to the Community Emergency Food bank (CEF) in Oxford until 23 September 2013, when CEF was established as a charity in its own right
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are to assist ZANE (charity no 1112949) in the provision of assistance to those destitute and trapped in Zimbabwe. It also supplies UK charitable support to the Borradaile Nursing Home Complex in Zimbabwe.It supplied charitable support to the Community Emergency Food bank (CEF) in Oxford until 23 September 2013, when CEF was established as a charity in its own right
Grants
The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £288,346
- 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
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, accommodation or housing and religious activities
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £162,436 | £288,346 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £165,058 | £209,331 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £366,409 | £122,355 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £86,517 | £72,900 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £82,536 | £51,783 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement
What does The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement do?
The objects of the charity are to assist ZANE (charity no 1112949) in the provision of assistance to those destitute and trapped in Zimbabwe. It also supplies UK charitable support to the Borradaile Nursing Home Complex in Zimbabwe.It supplied charitable support to the Community Emergency Food bank (CEF) in Oxford until 23 September 2013, when CEF was established as a charity in its own right
How much income did The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement report in 2025?
The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement reported total income of £162k and reported expenditure of £288k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement registered as a charity?
The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 July 1976 as charity number 271133. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement?
The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is THOMAS YATES BENYON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement operate?
The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement a registered charity?
Yes — The Thomas Benyon Charitable Settlement is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271133.
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Also Known As
- Kathy Olds
- Operation Exit
- Zane a National Emergency
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
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