CHEW'S FOUNDATION AT DUNSTABLE
To provide grants and financial assistance for educational purposes to young people, within the Dunstable area, whose parents are in sympathy with the aims of the Church of England and other Christian churches. It is also responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of Chews House and the Old Library (now The Little Theatre).
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's primary assets are Chews House and associated properties, which generate rental income to cover running and maintenance costs. The independent examiner confirmed that funds are spent with due consideration, buildings are well maintained, and day-to-day financial accounting is accurate and efficient. Uniform grants are issued in an organized manner, supported by interest from invested money.
What the accounts disclose
“Chews House is the main asset which achieves an income from renting rooms to help with the running, administration and maintenance costs.” — page 2
Trustees
- HUGH DAVID GARRODchair
- Ann Sparrow
- Archdeacon David John Middlebrook
- Barry George
- Cllr John Chatterly
- DAVID JOHN CLARKE
- David Jones
- Jacqueline Prince
- John Gurney
- Kenson Gurney
- Matthew Brennan
- Rosemary TURLEY
- Shirley Deller
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £51k | £56k |
| 31/03/2024 | £52k | £39k |
| 31/03/2023 | £36k | £47k |
| 31/03/2022 | £24k | £45k |
| 31/03/2021 | £36k | £18k |
Common questions
Is CHEW'S FOUNDATION AT DUNSTABLE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's primary assets are Chews House and associated properties, which generate rental income to cover running and maintenance costs. The independent examiner confirmed that funds are spent with due consideration, buildings are well maintained, and day-to-day financial accounting is accurate and efficient. Uniform grants are issued in an organized manner, supported by interest from invested money. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.