Army Rugby Union Trust
Also known as: Aru
1. PROMOTING THE PHYSICAL EFFICIENCY OF THE ARMY BY AFFORDING FACILITIES FOR ALL RANKS TO INDULGE IN SPORT IN GENERAL AND IN RUGBY FOOTBALL IN PARTICULAR. 2. MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF MEMBERS, BOTH PAST AND PRESENT OF HER MAJESTY'S FORCES OR THEIR DEPENDENTS
Activities & Mission
1. PROMOTING THE PHYSICAL EFFICIENCY OF THE ARMY BY AFFORDING FACILITIES FOR ALL RANKS TO INDULGE IN SPORT IN GENERAL AND IN RUGBY FOOTBALL IN PARTICULAR. 2. MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF MEMBERS, BOTH PAST AND PRESENT OF HER MAJESTY'S FORCES OR THEIR DEPENDENTS
Grants
Army Rugby Union Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £864,751
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, amateur sport and armed forces or emergency service efficiency
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Army Rugby Union Trust (organisation 245517)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £885,312 | £864,751 | £820,221 | £2,102,887 | £2,102,887 | 2 / 50 |
| 2024 | £1,010,291 | £941,236 | £0 | £2,081,897 | £2,081,897 | 2 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,135,240 | £993,890 | £894,353 | £1,995,937 | £363,989 | 2 / 60 |
| 2022 | £1,128,008 | £795,825 | £677,466 | £1,856,047 | £358,772 | 2 / 60 |
| 2021 | £127,682 | £198,399 | 0 / 74 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Army Rugby Union Trust
What does Army Rugby Union Trust do?
1. PROMOTING THE PHYSICAL EFFICIENCY OF THE ARMY BY AFFORDING FACILITIES FOR ALL RANKS TO INDULGE IN SPORT IN GENERAL AND IN RUGBY FOOTBALL IN PARTICULAR. 2. MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF MEMBERS, BOTH PAST AND PRESENT OF HER MAJESTY'S FORCES OR THEIR DEPENDENTS
How much income did Army Rugby Union Trust report in 2025?
Army Rugby Union Trust reported total income of £885k and reported expenditure of £865k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Army Rugby Union Trust registered as a charity?
Army Rugby Union Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 September 2012 as charity number 1149105. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Army Rugby Union Trust?
Army Rugby Union Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr James Cook. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Army Rugby Union Trust operate?
Army Rugby Union Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Army Rugby Union Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Army Rugby Union Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149105.
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Also Known As
- Aru
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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