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West Riding Artillery Trust

Also known as: Wrat

WRAT supports former or existing members of 269 (West Riding) Battery RA who fall on hard times. It makes grants to 269 Battery in aid of Battery social activities. It publishes, from time to time, regimental histories of former artillery units in the West Riding of Yorkshire and donates copies of these to local libraries.

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Activities & Mission

WRAT supports former or existing members of 269 (West Riding) Battery RA who fall on hard times. It makes grants to 269 Battery in aid of Battery social activities. It publishes, from time to time, regimental histories of former artillery units in the West Riding of Yorkshire and donates copies of these to local libraries.

Grants

West Riding Artillery Trust makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending
£667
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other defined groups
What it supports
general charitable purposes, the prevention or relief of poverty and the environment, conservation, or heritage

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,953
Latest Expenditure
£667

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 16.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Frequently asked questions about West Riding Artillery Trust

What does West Riding Artillery Trust do?

WRAT supports former or existing members of 269 (West Riding) Battery RA who fall on hard times. It makes grants to 269 Battery in aid of Battery social activities. It publishes, from time to time, regimental histories of former artillery units in the West Riding of Yorkshire and donates copies of these to local libraries.

When was West Riding Artillery Trust registered as a charity?

West Riding Artillery Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 May 1993 as charity number 1020892. It has been registered for 33 years.

Who runs West Riding Artillery Trust?

West Riding Artillery Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lt Colonel TIM PENNETT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does West Riding Artillery Trust operate?

West Riding Artillery Trust operates across 5 areas, including Bradford City, Calderdale, City Of Wakefield and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is West Riding Artillery Trust a registered charity?

Yes — West Riding Artillery Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1020892.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
13 May 1993
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1020892
Charity Number
1020892

Trustees

Lt Colonel TIM PENNETT Chair
Captain Trevor G Perrse MBE
Lieutenant Colonel BRIAN ARMITAGE MBE
Lieutenant Colonel KEITH GREGORY RA
Lieutenant Colonel Robert M Friel MA FSCOT
Lieutenant Colonel Tom Waldron-Lynch
Major IAN M STONEY TD DL BSc
Major James Parker RA
Warrant Officer Class One Jason King
Also governs 1 other charity

Also Known As

  • Wrat

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