Woking Besom
Encouraging the donation of household furniture and furnishings and distributing them free of charge to persons referred by Social Services and Housing departments of local authorities in the Woking area as persons in need of them. Also co-ordinating resources for local churches to undertake free of charge short term decorating and gardening projects at the homes of the persons referred to above.
Activities & Mission
Encouraging the donation of household furniture and furnishings and distributing them free of charge to persons referred by Social Services and Housing departments of local authorities in the Woking area as persons in need of them. Also co-ordinating resources for local churches to undertake free of charge short term decorating and gardening projects at the homes of the persons referred to above.
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
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £18,966 | £22,235 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2023 | £22,242 | £24,117 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2022 | £19,968 | £18,432 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £22,182 | £18,090 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2020 | £13,841 | £24,303 | 0 / 21 |
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Frequently asked questions about Woking Besom
What does Woking Besom do?
Encouraging the donation of household furniture and furnishings and distributing them free of charge to persons referred by Social Services and Housing departments of local authorities in the Woking area as persons in need of them. Also co-ordinating resources for local churches to undertake free of charge short term decorating and gardening projects at the homes of the persons referred to above.
How much income did Woking Besom report in 2024?
Woking Besom reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Woking Besom registered as a charity?
Woking Besom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 2014 as charity number 1157504. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Woking Besom?
Woking Besom is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ANTHONY AITKEN HEWAT. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Woking Besom operate?
Woking Besom operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Woking Besom a registered charity?
Yes — Woking Besom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1157504.
Details
Bagshot Road
West End
CHOBHAM
WOKING
Surrey
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