The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation
The objects of the Organisation are to acquire, restore, repair and house tramcar bodies, tramcar trucks and tramway equipment and to transfer the same to the Tramway Museum Society, Crich for preservation and exhibition. The main function of the Organisation is to build up funds for the restoration etc. of tramcars and enable a continuous sequence of projects in the Workshop at Crich.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Organisation are to acquire, restore, repair and house tramcar bodies, tramcar trucks and tramway equipment and to transfer the same to the Tramway Museum Society, Crich for preservation and exhibition. The main function of the Organisation is to build up funds for the restoration etc. of tramcars and enable a continuous sequence of projects in the Workshop at Crich.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £69,405 | £62,178 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £41,692 | £17,648 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £35,262 | £39,398 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £41,857 | £65,528 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £64,239 | £118,835 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation
What does The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation do?
The objects of the Organisation are to acquire, restore, repair and house tramcar bodies, tramcar trucks and tramway equipment and to transfer the same to the Tramway Museum Society, Crich for preservation and exhibition. The main function of the Organisation is to build up funds for the restoration etc. of tramcars and enable a continuous sequence of projects in the Workshop at Crich.
How much income did The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation report in 2024?
The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation reported total income of £69k and reported expenditure of £62k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation registered as a charity?
The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 February 1987 as charity number 518466. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation?
The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MICHAEL BRENT HIGHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation operate?
The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation a registered charity?
Yes — The Tramcar Sponsorship Organisation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 518466.
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