The Widows Empowerment Trust
Also known as: The Widow's Empowerment Trust, Wet
We run a variety of programmes designed to support widows, widowers and other need due to bereavement through out their grieving process,offering emotional,social and practical support. * We provide workshop and Training ( Well being session) * Peer to peer support * Befriending/Home visit * Day out trip/Meal out* Celebrating of key dates* Promoting volunteering vision* Sign posting
Activities & Mission
We run a variety of programmes designed to support widows, widowers and other need due to bereavement through out their grieving process,offering emotional,social and practical support. * We provide workshop and Training ( Well being session) * Peer to peer support * Befriending/Home visit * Day out trip/Meal out* Celebrating of key dates* Promoting volunteering vision* Sign posting
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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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 | £113,881 | £135,949 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2024 | £129,110 | £132,537 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £113,588 | £98,496 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2022 | £98,458 | £70,887 | 0 / 22 | |||
| 2021 | £64,399 | £81,497 | 0 / 236 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Widows Empowerment Trust
What does The Widows Empowerment Trust do?
We run a variety of programmes designed to support widows, widowers and other need due to bereavement through out their grieving process,offering emotional,social and practical support. * We provide workshop and Training ( Well being session) * Peer to peer support * Befriending/Home visit * Day out trip/Meal out* Celebrating of key dates* Promoting volunteering vision* Sign posting
How much income did The Widows Empowerment Trust report in 2025?
The Widows Empowerment Trust reported total income of £114k and reported expenditure of £136k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Widows Empowerment Trust registered as a charity?
The Widows Empowerment Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 January 2017 as charity number 1171317. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs The Widows Empowerment Trust?
The Widows Empowerment Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is VERONICA KEKE TRUSTEE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Widows Empowerment Trust operate?
The Widows Empowerment Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Widows Empowerment Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Widows Empowerment Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171317.
Details
Wilsons House
Monsall Road
MANCHESTER
M40 8WN
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Also Known As
- The Widow's Empowerment Trust
- Wet
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- 14 May 2026
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