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The Vernon Charitable Foundation

To advance charitable purposes (as pertains to the laws of England and Wales) in particular but not limited to the prevention and relief of poverty alongside community development, within the wider region of Stockport, Cheshire & Greater Manchester by means of grants and awards, to charities and other such organisations that provide public benefit.

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Activities & Mission

To advance charitable purposes (as pertains to the laws of England and Wales) in particular but not limited to the prevention and relief of poverty alongside community development, within the wider region of Stockport, Cheshire & Greater Manchester by means of grants and awards, to charities and other such organisations that provide public benefit.

Grants

The Vernon Charitable Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£42,602
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
disability, the prevention or relief of poverty, economic or community development and employment and recreation

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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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.

Show all 10 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£160,572
Latest Expenditure
£42,602

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 26.5%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£160,572
£42,6020 / 0
2024
£160,779
£30,9110 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Vernon Charitable Foundation

What does The Vernon Charitable Foundation do?

To advance charitable purposes (as pertains to the laws of England and Wales) in particular but not limited to the prevention and relief of poverty alongside community development, within the wider region of Stockport, Cheshire & Greater Manchester by means of grants and awards, to charities and other such organisations that provide public benefit.

How much income did The Vernon Charitable Foundation report in 2025?

The Vernon Charitable Foundation reported total income of £161k and reported expenditure of £43k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Vernon Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?

The Vernon Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 September 2023 as charity number 1204548. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Vernon Charitable Foundation?

The Vernon Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Brearley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Vernon Charitable Foundation operate?

The Vernon Charitable Foundation operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Vernon Charitable Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Vernon Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204548.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
1 September 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5216182
Charity Number
1204548

Trustees

Paul Brearley Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Andrew Smith
Ian Robert Wilson
Susan Holden O'Brien
Also governs 1 other charity
Tracey Wright

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