Haddenham Parochial Charities

Published: 24 November 2021

HADDENHAM PAROCHIAL CHARITIES

The trustees of Haddenham Parochial Charities are now able to make a distribution to the less fortunate of the village to buy heating and food and are inviting applications from those in need.

To apply, please complete the attached application form. Paper copies can be collected from the Post Office, the Medical Centre, the Library, the Parish Office and Blooming Fruity.

Applicants’ details are kept confidential to the trustees.

Application forms must be returned by 15th December to one of the trustees or the Parish Council office.

Trustees:

  • Steve Sharp (01844 291004) Woodend House, High Street, HP17 8ER
  • John Wheeler (01844 296134) 5 Quakers Mede, HP17 8EB
  • John Wilson (01844 291200) Greenway, HP17 8BJ

Parish Office
Banks Park,
Banks Road,
Haddenham,
HP17 8EE

If you know of a relative, friend or neighbour who is in need, please let them know about the charities and help them to apply.

Consisting of three registered ancient charities: Joseph Franklin (204185), Alms Corn (237265) and Revd John Willis (205529), the charities historically provided bread, coal and seed corn for the poor at Christmas. Nowadays, the trustees make a gift of money at Christmas time to residents in need of support.