UK grants and fundersThe Sherwood University of the Third Age grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1146932
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The Sherwood University of the Third Age is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1146932. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Nottinghamshire. The register describes its activities as: “Providing educational and recreational activities for semi-retired and retired people in the Mansfield Woodhouse and surrounding area. Currently we have around 30 interest groups.” Its charitable objects are: “(i) To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of olderpeople no longer in full time gainful employment in mansfield woodhouse and itssurrounding locality.(ii) the provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with theobject of improving the conditions of life for…” In the year to 31 Mar 2026 it reported income of £20.6k and spending of £22.1k.
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Latest income
£20.6k
Latest spending
£22.1k
- What it funds
- Education / trainingArts / culture / heritage / scienceEnvironment / conservation / heritageEconomic / community development / employmentRecreation
- Who it helps
- Older peopleOther charities or voluntary bodiesThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisationsProvides human resourcesProvides buildings / facilities / open spaceProvides servicesProvides advocacy / advice / information
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2026 | £20.6k | £22.1k |
| 31 Mar 2025 | £24.8k | £21.2k |
| 31 Mar 2024 | £10.6k | £7,304 |
| 31 Mar 2023 | £15.6k | £14.7k |
| 31 Mar 2022 | £14.5k | £5,624 |
Charitable objects
(i) To advance the education of the public and in particular the education of olderpeople no longer in full time gainful employment in mansfield woodhouse and itssurrounding locality.(ii) the provision of facilities for leisure time and recreational activities with theobject of improving the conditions of life for the above persons in the interests oftheir social welfare.
Where it operates
Nottinghamshire
- Also known as
- Sherwood U3a
- Trustees
- 3
What The Sherwood University of the Third Age funds
The Sherwood University of the Third Age is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training, arts / culture / heritage / science, environment / conservation / heritage, economic / community development / employment and recreation for older people and other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to organisations, provides human resources, provides buildings / facilities / open space, provides services and provides advocacy / advice / information. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Mar 2026, it spent £70.9k in total.
How to apply to The Sherwood University of the Third Age
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from The Sherwood University of the Third Age in its sources (last checked 5 Nov 2026). Its website (sherwoodu3a-mansfieldwoodhouse.org.uk) may list programmes that are not yet open or are by invitation only. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about The Sherwood University of the Third Age
Is The Sherwood University of the Third Age open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 5 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from The Sherwood University of the Third Age is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does The Sherwood University of the Third Age fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Nottinghamshire.
Does The Sherwood University of the Third Age give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that The Sherwood University of the Third Age makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does The Sherwood University of the Third Age give each year?
The register does not break out The Sherwood University of the Third Age's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Mar 2026 was £22.1k. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £14.2k a year.
How large is The Sherwood University of the Third Age?
In its latest reported year The Sherwood University of the Third Age reported income of £20.6k and spending of £22.1k.
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