--- title: "Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund — check charity number 526516 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 526516. Education/training charity based in Town Hall. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/edward-stocks-massey-bequest-fund retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:42:28.110Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund is a registered charity (number 526516) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £34,567 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund? Registered charity number 526516 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Town Hall Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £34,567 Website [www.burnley.gov.uk/about-council/other-information/charities](https://www.burnley.gov.uk/about-council/other-information/charities) ## What does Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund do? The Joint Advisory Committee met on 13th July 2012 to discuss the scheme of allocation for 2012/13. The total allocations approved amounted to 46,500 and were awarded to Lancashire County Council, Burnley Borough Council and various individuals and voluntary organisations. In addition the fund made a separate allocation of 5,000 to the Burnley Mechanics Institure Trust. ## What causes is Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=edward-stocks-massey-bequest-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.burnley.gov.uk/about-council/other-information/charities) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 526516) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund's charity number? Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund's charity number is 526516. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 526516? Search 526516 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund do? The Joint Advisory Committee met on 13th July 2012 to discuss the scheme of allocation for 2012/13. The total allocations approved amounted to 46,500 and were awarded to Lancashire County Council, Burnley Borough Council and various individuals and voluntary organisations. In addition the fund made a separate allocation of 5,000 to the Burnley Mechanics Institure Trust. Does Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund? Edward Stocks-Massey Bequest Fund's website is https://www.burnley.gov.uk/about-council/other-information/charities — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/526516).