British Gas Energy Trust

Also known as: Bget

The Trust contributes to the relief of poverty, with a particular focus on fuel poverty. It helps families and individuals experiencing hardship who are struggling with gas and electricity debts by awarding grants to clear those debts. The Trust also funds organisations across England, Wales and Scotland to provide fuel debt and money advice services within communities.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£15,774,216

Latest Expenditure

£16,641,582

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 105.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 4.5%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £15,559,283

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £214,933

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £16,641,582

Raising Funds £0

Governance £747,713

Grants to Institutions £6,802,936

Other Expenditure £0

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 2019 — British Gas Energy Trust (organisation 4011209)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£15,774,216	£16,641,582	£16,641,582	£10,860,455	£6,235,513	19 / 0
2024	£24,230,359	£18,611,501	£18,611,501	£11,727,821	£266,913	14 / 0
2023	£24,882,767	£22,712,435	£22,712,435	£6,108,963	£2,500,820	8 / 0
2022	£8,300,482	£6,985,216	£6,985,216	£3,938,631	£2,419,580	0 / 0
2021	£6,002,823	£6,182,633	£6,182,633	£2,623,365	£2,623,365	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about British Gas Energy Trust

What does British Gas Energy Trust do?

How much income did British Gas Energy Trust report in 2025?

British Gas Energy Trust reported total income of £15.77m and reported expenditure of £16.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was British Gas Energy Trust registered as a charity?

British Gas Energy Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 August 2018 as charity number 1179578. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs British Gas Energy Trust?

British Gas Energy Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does British Gas Energy Trust operate?

British Gas Energy Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is British Gas Energy Trust a registered charity?

Yes — British Gas Energy Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179578.