Afon Community Trust

Overview

Afon Community Trust (ACT) is a UK-registered charity with the number 1148545. It operates under the umbrella of Bron Afon Community Housing Ltd, a not-for-profit social enterprise and Registered Social Landlord. ACT aims to contribute to community development by supporting various projects and initiatives.

Objectives and Activities

The trust focuses on several key areas:

• Grants for Community Activities: Afon Community Trust provides financial support in the form of grants for community events and activities across regions such as Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, and Cardiff[1][2].
• Provision of Facilities: It offers buildings, facilities, and open spaces to communities to enhance their quality of life and support their activities[2][3].
• Service Provision: ACT is involved in offering general charitable services, contributing to the well-being of local communities[3].

Structure and Governance

Afon Community Trust is one of the two active subsidiaries of Bron Afon, alongside Ardal Homes Limited. Bron Afon itself is a Community Mutual with over 2,299 shareholder-members who must be residents of Torfaen or Board members[5].

Financial Operations

As a registered charity, ACT's financial operations, including income and expenditure, are recorded and available for public access through regulatory bodies such as the Charity Commission[1]. The trust's activities are guided by its mission to enhance community services and contribute to sustainable community development.

Areas of Operation

Afon Community Trust operates primarily in the areas of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, and Cardiff, providing its services and support to these regions[2].

Parent Organisation

Bron Afon Community Housing Ltd, ACT's parent organisation, is a Registered Social Landlord that received the transfer of over 8,000 properties from Torfaen County Borough Council in 2008. It aims to provide high-quality affordable homes and promote vibrant, sustainable communities in Torfaen and surrounding areas[5].

[1] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5028473 [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/5028473/full-print [3] https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/charity/afon-community-trust [4] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/07677197/filing-history [5] https://www.bronafon.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bron-Afon_Annual-Report-Financial-Statement_Final.pdf