The W A Handley Charity Trust
The trust is a grant making trust. Grants are commonly in response to appeals in support of welfare for those who are disadvantaged, young, elderly, disabled, as well as maritime and Service causes, education, training and employment opportunities, community benefit, historic buildings, the environment, music and the arts. Grants are made out of income and not normally out of capital.
Activities & Mission
The trust is a grant making trust. Grants are commonly in response to appeals in support of welfare for those who are disadvantaged, young, elderly, disabled, as well as maritime and Service causes, education, training and employment opportunities, community benefit, historic buildings, the environment, music and the arts. Grants are made out of income and not normally out of capital.
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.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £369,651 | £414,930 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £254,138 | £416,203 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £180,963 | £397,472 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £211,709 | £337,106 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £176,927 | £301,506 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The W A Handley Charity Trust
What does The W A Handley Charity Trust do?
The trust is a grant making trust. Grants are commonly in response to appeals in support of welfare for those who are disadvantaged, young, elderly, disabled, as well as maritime and Service causes, education, training and employment opportunities, community benefit, historic buildings, the environment, music and the arts. Grants are made out of income and not normally out of capital.
How much income did The W A Handley Charity Trust report in 2025?
The W A Handley Charity Trust reported total income of £370k and reported expenditure of £415k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The W A Handley Charity Trust registered as a charity?
The W A Handley Charity Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 March 1964 as charity number 230435. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The W A Handley Charity Trust?
The W A Handley Charity Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR TONY GLENTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The W A Handley Charity Trust operate?
The W A Handley Charity Trust operates across 9 areas, including Cumbria, Durham, Gateshead and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The W A Handley Charity Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The W A Handley Charity Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 230435.
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE2 1QP
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