Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust
Also known as: W R N S B T
(a) To provide relief in cases of necessity or distress among the WRNS Members of the Trust and among the dependants of such persons and to accept and administer any gift for any special or limited object in general accordance with the aims of the Trust.(b) To make provision in suitable cases for assistance with further education for WRNS Members of the Trust.
Activities & Mission
(a) To provide relief in cases of necessity or distress among the WRNS Members of the Trust and among the dependants of such persons and to accept and administer any gift for any special or limited object in general accordance with the aims of the Trust.(b) To make provision in suitable cases for assistance with further education for WRNS Members of the Trust.
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.
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Financial Information
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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 2015 — Rogers Fund (organisation 3960639)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £382,598 | £311,825 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £173,159 | £340,597 | 0 / 29 | |||
| 2022 | £320,644 | £311,600 | 0 / 29 | |||
| 2021 | £260,320 | £293,965 | 0 / 32 | |||
| 2020 | £321,190 | £329,920 | 0 / 14 |
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Frequently asked questions about Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust
What does Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust do?
(a) To provide relief in cases of necessity or distress among the WRNS Members of the Trust and among the dependants of such persons and to accept and administer any gift for any special or limited object in general accordance with the aims of the Trust.(b) To make provision in suitable cases for assistance with further education for WRNS Members of the Trust.
How much income did Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust report in 2024?
Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust reported total income of £383k and reported expenditure of £312k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust registered as a charity?
Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 1962 as charity number 206529. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust?
Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Cdr. Heather Rimmer MBE RN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust operate?
Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust operates across 10 areas, including Canada, Cyprus, France and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Women's Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206529.
Details
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Building 37 HMS Excellent
Whale Island
Portsmouth
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- 14 May 2026
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