TALLOW CHANDLERS BENEVOLENT FUND NO 2
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that total net assets increased to £13,679,940, driven by a significant £2,057,763 gain on investments. The charity holds substantial unrestricted designated funds of £13,677,100, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover expected income and expenditure for the next 12 months, confirming a strong going concern position.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year the charity received a notional donation in kind of £183,513 (2025 - £196,694) which represents the value of the expenditure borne by The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers in providing support services to the Tallow Chandlers Benevolent Fund No 2.” — page 34
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 05/04/2026)
Trustees
- Tallow Chandlers Company
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 | £721k | £613k |
| 05/04/2025 | £773k | £599k |
| 05/04/2024 | £757k | £1.1m |
| 05/04/2023 | £913k | £619k |
| 05/04/2022 | £1.0m | £1.1m |
Common questions
Is TALLOW CHANDLERS BENEVOLENT FUND NO 2 financially healthy?
The accounts state that total net assets increased to £13,679,940, driven by a significant £2,057,763 gain on investments. The charity holds substantial unrestricted designated funds of £13,677,100, which the trustees consider sufficient to cover expected income and expenditure for the next 12 months, confirming a strong going concern position. Its FY2026 accounts were audited by Kreston Reeves Audit LLP.