The Woodward Trust
Also known as: The Woodward Trust Ministers Retiring Fund, Woodward Trusts
Provision of grants to Retired Ministers in the North Western Synod and the Mersey Synod of the United Reformed Church and the Congregational Churches within those boundaries.
Activities & Mission
Provision of grants to Retired Ministers in the North Western Synod and the Mersey Synod of the United Reformed Church and the Congregational Churches within those boundaries.
Grants
The Woodward Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £13,158
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people
- What it supports
- 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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
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 | £14,378 | £13,158 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £11,063 | £26,342 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £10,587 | £247 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £14,742 | £13,721 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Woodward Trust
What does The Woodward Trust do?
Provision of grants to Retired Ministers in the North Western Synod and the Mersey Synod of the United Reformed Church and the Congregational Churches within those boundaries.
How much income did The Woodward Trust report in 2025?
The Woodward Trust reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Woodward Trust registered as a charity?
The Woodward Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 April 1993 as charity number 1019820. It has been registered for 33 years.
Who runs The Woodward Trust?
The Woodward Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Nick Andrews. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Woodward Trust operate?
The Woodward Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is The Woodward Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Woodward Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1019820.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- The Woodward Trust Ministers Retiring Fund
- Woodward Trusts
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated