Clarity, Integrity, Accountability

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At Helping Dreams Take Flight, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency, independence, and good governance. As a registered charity, we take seriously our responsibility to use funds wisely, make fair decisions, and remain accountable to our donors, beneficiaries, and the wider aviation community.

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We are governed by an experienced board of trustees with backgrounds in aviation, business, and charitable leadership. All decisions — including how scholarships are awarded — are made independently and in line with our constitution and grant-making policy.

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Our Legal Structure

Helping Dreams Take Flight is registered as a Foundation Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in England and Wales. This structure allows us to operate independently and ensures we are regulated by the Charity Commission.

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Charity Registration Number: 1213596

Registered Address: C/O The Flyer Watch Company Limited, Grosvenor House, 11 St Paul’s Square, Birmingham, B3 1RB

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Our Governance Commitments

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• All income is managed through a dedicated charity bank account

• Our board of trustees operates the charity as a separate entity to any commercial sponsor or donor

• Trustees declare any conflicts of interest and follow a strict policy to avoid undue influence

• Grants and scholarships are awarded through a transparent assessment process

• We report annually to the Charity Commission and publish updates on our activities

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How We're Funded

Helping Dreams Take Flight is funded by:

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• Donations from the public and corporate supporters

• Contributions from The Flyer Watch Company (percentage of the profits from every watch)

• Occasional grants and fundraising campaigns

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Key Documents

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If you have any questions about our governance or wish to view additional reports or policies, please contact: info@helpingdreamstakeflight.org

We make our core policies publicly available to ensure clarity in how we operate. These include:

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• Our Constitution

• Conflict of Interest Policy

• Grant-Making Policy

• Privacy & Cookie Policy (for GDPR compliance)

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