Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust
Also known as: The Bernard Lewis Charitable Trust
The income and capital of the Trust is to be used, in whole or part, exclusively for the benefit of charitable purposes at the discretion of the Trustees.The legally permitted objectives are wide and cover generally accepted charitable objects.
Activities & Mission
The income and capital of the Trust is to be used, in whole or part, exclusively for the benefit of charitable purposes at the discretion of the Trustees.The legally permitted objectives are wide and cover generally accepted charitable objects.
Grants
Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £5,819,734
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and education and training
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2021 — James Lewis Foundation (organisation 5020976)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,204,048 | £5,930,072 | £5,921,041 | £5,170,165 | £5,170,165 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,195,277 | £2,619,978 | £2,615,987 | £6,651,036 | £6,651,036 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,221,467 | £6,141,355 | £6,132,701 | £4,900,351 | £4,900,351 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £134,953 | £5,252,405 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £3,062,640 | £1,827,375 | £1,808,279 | £10,349,470 | £10,349,470 | 1 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust
What does Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust do?
The income and capital of the Trust is to be used, in whole or part, exclusively for the benefit of charitable purposes at the discretion of the Trustees.The legally permitted objectives are wide and cover generally accepted charitable objects.
How much income did Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust reported total income of £4.20m and reported expenditure of £5.93m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 July 2008 as charity number 1125035. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust?
Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust operate?
Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Bernard Lewis Family Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125035.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- The Bernard Lewis Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated