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Little Eaton Community Association
THE CHARITIES OF THOMAS BATES
Thomas Bates (1844-1903) was born and educated in Little Eaton and is buried in the Churchyard. He bequeathed various monies to the village to be used for specific purposes and administered by a Trust of seven people.
He gave St Peter's Park to the village, erected the monument to commemorate King Edward Vll's Coronation and in memory of his teachers', and money which was partly used to build the three almshouses which are for the benefit of persons over 50 who were born or reside in the village.
The present Trustees are liasing with the Charity Commissioners to modernise the Trust whilst retaining the original wishes of Thomas Bates. The objectives of the Trust are:
(i) The provision and upkeep of the almshouses,
(ii) The relief of persons who are in need,or hardship and resident in Little Eaton.
(iii) To promote the education of persons under the age of 25 who are in need and resident in Little Eaton.
(iv) To further religious and other charitable work in Little Eaton.
Applications for assistance should be made, in writing, to the Clerk to the Trustees - Mrs J Easter, 353 Alfreton R oad, Little Eaton, DE21 5AE; who will also answer any questions or refer you to a Trustee.