About
Historical Background
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Woodton United Charities was set up in 1910 to combine the following individual charities set up by local benefactors:
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The Charity of Nicholas Wilton, which dates back to 1665
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Thomas Bardwell’s Gift, dating from 1719
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The Moyse Charity, dating from 1705
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In 1911, these three charities were officially grouped under the collective title of Woodton United Charities. Woodton United Charities Trust is regulated by a Charity Commission Scheme set up in 1990 and now includes a fourth charity, the Lt Gurden Lee Memorial Charity, which dates from 1917.
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The primary objective of Woodton United Charities is to offer assistance to people within the Parish of Woodton who find themselves in need and, at their discretion, people in the Parish of Bedingham.
Objectives and Activities
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The Charities receive income from agricultural land in Geldeston and from various financial investments. The Trustees apply this income for relief of need through activities including:
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Providing financial support to individuals and families in times of hardship and crisis
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Distributing annual grants each Christmas to pensioners, disabled and infirm people, and others on low incomes
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Allocating grants to young people embarking on apprenticeships or courses in further or higher education
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Providing grants towards the funeral expenses of people who lived in the village
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Providing financial support to Woodton Helpline, a network of volunteers who help local people by providing transport for hospital visits, doctor’s appointments, etc.
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The Trustees are also committed to continuously reviewing the Charities’ assets to ensure they provide the best return for the residents of Woodton, both now and in the future.
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Who we are
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Ian Butler - Vice Chair & Parish Council Nominated Trustee
Ronni Knights - Co-opted Trustee & Treasurer
Mike Beckett - Co-opted Trustee
Andrew McCrostie - Co-opted Trustee
Annie Phillips - Co-opted Trustee
Registered Charity Name: Woodton United Charities
Registered Charity Number: 207531
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