The Whitworth Trust
Also known as: The Friends of Whitworth House
The Trust raises funds to support residents of Whitworth House, a hostel for homeless and vulnerable young women aged 16-25. It also raises money to help vulnerable and homeless women in Cambridge more generally, including women of any stage of life, with children or without, and offers assistance and support to women in finding and securing affordable accommodation.
Activities & Mission
The Trust raises funds to support residents of Whitworth House, a hostel for homeless and vulnerable young women aged 16-25. It also raises money to help vulnerable and homeless women in Cambridge more generally, including women of any stage of life, with children or without, and offers assistance and support to women in finding and securing affordable accommodation.
Grants
The Whitworth Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending
- £3,255
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty
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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Frequently asked questions about The Whitworth Trust
What does The Whitworth Trust do?
The Trust raises funds to support residents of Whitworth House, a hostel for homeless and vulnerable young women aged 16-25. It also raises money to help vulnerable and homeless women in Cambridge more generally, including women of any stage of life, with children or without, and offers assistance and support to women in finding and securing affordable accommodation.
When was The Whitworth Trust registered as a charity?
The Whitworth Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 April 2002 as charity number 1091682. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Whitworth Trust?
The Whitworth Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rosemary Anne Juhl. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Whitworth Trust operate?
The Whitworth Trust operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Whitworth Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Whitworth Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091682.
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Also Known As
- The Friends of Whitworth House
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
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