Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association grants and how to apply
Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1142787
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Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1142787. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire and 5 more areas. The register describes its activities as: “The Association was formed with the aim of furthering interest in the period 1914-1918, to perpetuate the memory, courage and comradeship of those of all sides who served their countries in France, Flanders, other theatres, and in their own countries during the Great War. It does not seek to justify or glorify war…” Its charitable objects are: “The object of the Branch shall be to educate the public in the history of the great war with particular, but not exclusive, reference to the Western Front.” In the year to 31 Dec 2025 it reported income of £5,048 and spending of £3,427.
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Latest income
£5,048
Latest spending
£3,427
- What it funds
- Education / trainingEnvironment / conservation / heritage
- Who it helps
- Other charities or voluntary bodiesOther defined groupsThe general public
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisationsProvides advocacy / advice / informationSponsors or undertakes researchOther charitable activities
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2025 | £5,048 | £3,427 |
| 31 Dec 2024 | £2,999 | £3,213 |
| 31 Dec 2023 | £2,481 | £1,988 |
| 31 Dec 2022 | £2,019 | £1,296 |
| 31 Dec 2021 | £622 | £976 |
Charitable objects
The object of the Branch shall be to educate the public in the history of the great war with particular, but not exclusive, reference to the Western Front.
Where it operates
Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, Wiltshire, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Turkey
- Also known as
- Wfa Wessex
- Formerly
- Dorset and South Wiltshire Branch of the Western Front Association; Dorset & South Wiltshire Wfa
- Trustees
- 6
What Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association funds
Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training and environment / conservation / heritage for other charities or voluntary bodies; the register records that it makes grants to organisations, provides advocacy / advice / information and sponsors or undertakes research. Over its last 5 reported years, to 31 Dec 2025, it spent £10.9k in total.
How to apply to Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association in its sources (last checked 5 Nov 2026). Its website (wessexwfa.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 Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association
Is Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 5 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire and 5 more areas.
Does Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association give each year?
The register does not break out Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Dec 2025 was £3,427. Over its last 5 reported years its spending averaged £2,180 a year.
How large is Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association?
In its latest reported year Wessex Branch of the Western Front Association reported income of £5,048 and spending of £3,427.
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