Wanstead Cottages Trust

Making grants in support of work with children and young people to Anglican organisations in Wanstead and other approved Anglican organisations in the Diocese of Chelmsford.

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Activities & Mission

Making grants in support of work with children and young people to Anglican organisations in Wanstead and other approved Anglican organisations in the Diocese of Chelmsford.

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

Essex Redbridge

Financial Information

Latest Income

£33,922

Latest Expenditure

£25,111

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 74.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 74.0%

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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2022 — Wanstead Cottages Trust (organisation 4033227)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£33,922	£25,111	0 / 0
2023	£31,801	£18,575	0 / 0
2022	£29,921	£36,442	0 / 0
2021	£14,871	£6,339	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Wanstead Cottages Trust

What does Wanstead Cottages Trust do?

Making grants in support of work with children and young people to Anglican organisations in Wanstead and other approved Anglican organisations in the Diocese of Chelmsford.

How much income did Wanstead Cottages Trust report in 2024?

Wanstead Cottages Trust reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Wanstead Cottages Trust registered as a charity?

Wanstead Cottages Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 November 2020 as charity number 1192394. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Wanstead Cottages Trust?

Wanstead Cottages Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Wanstead Cottages Trust operate?

Wanstead Cottages Trust operates across 2 areas: Essex and Redbridge.

Is Wanstead Cottages Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Wanstead Cottages Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1192394.