The Alton Pancras Trust has been operational in its current format since 1989. It’s registered with the Charity Commission under Charity No.800977

Trust objectives

To promote such charitable purposes for the benefit of the inhabitants of Alton Pancras in the county of Dorset and the immediate vicinity, as the Trustees shall from time to time think fit.

The official wording of the Trust Deed (above) has been interpreted by the trustees to cover grants for the following:

• Small projects for the general benefit of the village of Alton Pancras.
• Personal grants up to a maximum of £500 for books or technology (software and/or hardware) for educational or social purposes.
• Alleviation of hardship following illness or injury.

Recent grants

• Substantial contribution to the cos of the Millennium Bench at Burnt House Bottom, and its subsequent maintenance.
• Matching village contributions towards the cost of railings along the river though the village.
• Supporting the Village Map and the VIllage History projects.
• Funding the establishment and ongoing costs of the Wildlife Area in the water meadow.
• Purchasing marquees and tents for use of the village, particularly for the annual village fête.
• Funding a permanent store for village assets including marquees and tents, fête equipment and Church equipment.
• Each child (under 18) as of 2 June 2022 was given a memento of the Platinum Jubilee.

Applications

Any resident of Alton Pancras may propose a use for Trust funds which are in keeping with the Alton Pancras Trust’s defined objectives. Any such proposals, and any applications for assistance from individuals, which may be made in confidence, can be made to any of the Trustees, and all proposals and applications will be considered by the Board of Trustees at its next full meeting. Application should be sent to Heather Bland.