Ascension Community Trust
The charity's object and its principal activity is to work for the benefit of the public in and around the parish of the Ascension , Victoria Dock, London
Activities & Mission
The charity's object and its principal activity is to work for the benefit of the public in and around the parish of the Ascension , Victoria Dock, London
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 37% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £470,487 | £340,185 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £331,141 | £400,952 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £508,450 | £428,122 | £428,122 | £157,773 | £21,518 | 15 / 40 |
| 2022 | £243,067 | £242,579 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £197,560 | £197,367 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ascension Community Trust
What does Ascension Community Trust do?
The charity's object and its principal activity is to work for the benefit of the public in and around the parish of the Ascension , Victoria Dock, London
How much income did Ascension Community Trust report in 2025?
Ascension Community Trust reported total income of £470k and reported expenditure of £340k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ascension Community Trust?
Ascension Community Trust has a program ratio of 84.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ascension Community Trust registered as a charity?
Ascension Community Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 May 2002 as charity number 1091887. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Ascension Community Trust?
Ascension Community Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev DAVE CHESNEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ascension Community Trust operate?
Ascension Community Trust operates in Newham, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ascension Community Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Ascension Community Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1091887.
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BISHOP'S STORTFORD
CM22 7LU
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