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William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation

To provide financial support exclusively to charitable organisations throughout the country. There are no set criteria but we aim to assist charitable bodies that Dr and Mrs Dobie supported during their lifetime. Grants tend to be single payments and will vary in size but can be wide ranging e.g. scholarships,bursaries as well as for general purposes.

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Activities & Mission

To provide financial support exclusively to charitable organisations throughout the country. There are no set criteria but we aim to assist charitable bodies that Dr and Mrs Dobie supported during their lifetime. Grants tend to be single payments and will vary in size but can be wide ranging e.g. scholarships,bursaries as well as for general purposes.

Grants

William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£67,032
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities and the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, religious activities and arts, culture, heritage, or science

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
£59,697
Latest Expenditure
£67,032

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 112.3%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£59,697
£67,0320 / 0
2024
£54,206
£80,2730 / 0
2023
£51,016
£107,0520 / 0
2022
£54,820
£79,7170 / 0
2021
£40,453
£77,9450 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation

What does William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation do?

To provide financial support exclusively to charitable organisations throughout the country. There are no set criteria but we aim to assist charitable bodies that Dr and Mrs Dobie supported during their lifetime. Grants tend to be single payments and will vary in size but can be wide ranging e.g. scholarships,bursaries as well as for general purposes.

How much income did William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation report in 2025?

William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation reported total income of £60k and reported expenditure of £67k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?

William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 2017 as charity number 1172795. It has been registered for 9 years.

Who runs William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation?

William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN PARKIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation operate?

William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — William And Frances Dobie Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1172795.

Details

Contact (address, phone)
Registration Date
27 April 2017
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5095844
Charity Number
1172795

Trustees

CARL THOMAS PAUL MCCOLGAN APFS
Charles Graham Gregory Platts

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