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The Woodcock And Bowes Charity

The charity aims to provide accommodation for deserving cases of women in the city of Sunderland who are in need of support. There is also a commitment to maintain the Almshouses in which the wardens and residents live. This is funded through grants, investments and contributions from residents.

Activities & Mission

The charity aims to provide accommodation for deserving cases of women in the city of Sunderland who are in need of support. There is also a commitment to maintain the Almshouses in which the wardens and residents live. This is funded through grants, investments and contributions from residents.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£46,579
Latest Expenditure
£30,870

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 66.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 66.3%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£46,579
£30,8700 / 0
2023
£43,037
£33,4820 / 0
2022
£41,576
£52,4790 / 0
2021
£38,094
£31,1280 / 0
2020
£40,392
£30,9270 / 1

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Frequently asked questions about The Woodcock And Bowes Charity

What does The Woodcock And Bowes Charity do?

The charity aims to provide accommodation for deserving cases of women in the city of Sunderland who are in need of support. There is also a commitment to maintain the Almshouses in which the wardens and residents live. This is funded through grants, investments and contributions from residents.

How much income did The Woodcock And Bowes Charity report in 2024?

The Woodcock And Bowes Charity reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Woodcock And Bowes Charity registered as a charity?

The Woodcock And Bowes Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 1967 as charity number 223222. It has been registered for 59 years.

Who runs The Woodcock And Bowes Charity?

The Woodcock And Bowes Charity is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOAN BARBARA DOWNS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Woodcock And Bowes Charity operate?

The Woodcock And Bowes Charity operates in Sunderland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Woodcock And Bowes Charity a registered charity?

Yes — The Woodcock And Bowes Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 223222.

Details

Address
1 ROSEMOUNT COURT
WEST BOLDON
EAST BOLDON
NE36 0NG
Registration Date
14 July 1967
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
223222
Charity Number
223222

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Trustees

JOAN BARBARA DOWNS Chair
Councillor Juliana Heron
Also governs 1 other charity
Councillor Melanie Thornton
DAVID BENNISON
Diane Jones
Julie Hemmer
Kathleen Tuddenham
MARGE WILKINSON
MEGAN BLACKLOCK
Ruth Hilary Clavering
Suzanne Brown

Sectors & Classifications

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