Purpose

The Edward Stocks Massey Bequest Fund was established by the will of the late Edward Stocks Massey in 1910, in order to fund the provision of education (whether mental, physical, technical or artistic) and the advancements of science, learning, music or other arts for the inhabitants of Burnley. 

The objectives of the Charity are the provision of Education (whether mental, physical, technical, or artistic) and the advancement of science, learning, music or other arts for the inhabitants of Burnley. Funding for the relief of rates is not allowed.

This year £34,000 has been awarded to projects, individuals and organisations in the Burnley area. There are five categories of award:

• Projects proposed by Lancashire County Council  £5,000
• Projects proposed by Burnley Borough Council  £5,000
• Burnley Mechanics Institute  £5,000
• Individuals and Voluntary Organisations   £13,000
• University Scholarships for two students  £6,000

For the first four categories, applications are first assessed by officers to ensure they meet the criteria and are then considered by a Joint Advisory Committee made up of three County Councillors and two Burnley Borough Councillors in the presence of the Trustees. The Joint Advisory Committee's recommendations are then presented to the county council for final approval.

Decision

Gary Fielding, Corporate Director of Finance, took a decision to approve the Stocks Massey Bequest Fund allocations 2026.