The Whitmore Trust
Supporting the work of Godalming United Church, and supporting specific development activities in The Gambia, Sierra Leone and Uganda. This includes the collection and shipping of surplus secondhand school furniture from UK schools being renewed & replaced for use in schools in The Gambia and Sierra Leone.
Activities & Mission
Supporting the work of Godalming United Church, and supporting specific development activities in The Gambia, Sierra Leone and Uganda. This includes the collection and shipping of surplus secondhand school furniture from UK schools being renewed & replaced for use in schools in The Gambia and Sierra Leone.
Grants
The Whitmore Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2023)
- £38,713
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability, overseas aid or famine relief 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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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 2023.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | £40,990 | £38,713 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £38,836 | £35,737 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £36,234 | £33,764 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2020 | £32,914 | £32,915 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2019 | £57,590 | £54,386 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Whitmore Trust
What does The Whitmore Trust do?
Supporting the work of Godalming United Church, and supporting specific development activities in The Gambia, Sierra Leone and Uganda. This includes the collection and shipping of surplus secondhand school furniture from UK schools being renewed & replaced for use in schools in The Gambia and Sierra Leone.
How much income did The Whitmore Trust report in 2023?
The Whitmore Trust reported total income of £41k and reported expenditure of £39k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Whitmore Trust registered as a charity?
The Whitmore Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 March 1989 as charity number 801203. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs The Whitmore Trust?
The Whitmore Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Whitmore Trust operate?
The Whitmore Trust operates across 8 areas, including Cameroon, Ghana, Sierra Leone and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Whitmore Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Whitmore Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801203.
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- 9 November 2026
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