Chapman Charitable Trust
We make grants primarily to culture and heritage; nature conservation; and activity, health and wellbeing (including research). We mainly support national charities, but also local charities if their beneficiaries or activities are located in North Wales, London or South East England (specifically Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire).
Activities & Mission
We make grants primarily to culture and heritage; nature conservation; and activity, health and wellbeing (including research). We mainly support national charities, but also local charities if their beneficiaries or activities are located in North Wales, London or South East England (specifically Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire).
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 26% of UK Charitable activities 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 | £443,213 | £512,671 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2024 | £475,644 | £502,082 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £2,342,975 | £403,315 | £369,534 | £11,915,623 | £11,915,623 | 0 / 2 |
| 2022 | £2,180,759 | £330,449 | £303,285 | £10,452,505 | £10,452,505 | 0 / 3 |
| 2021 | £265,309 | £286,629 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Chapman Charitable Trust
What does Chapman Charitable Trust do?
We make grants primarily to culture and heritage; nature conservation; and activity, health and wellbeing (including research). We mainly support national charities, but also local charities if their beneficiaries or activities are located in North Wales, London or South East England (specifically Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire).
How much income did Chapman Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Chapman Charitable Trust reported total income of £443k and reported expenditure of £513k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Chapman Charitable Trust?
Chapman Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 15.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Chapman Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Chapman Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1964 as charity number 232791. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Chapman Charitable Trust?
Chapman Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is RICHARD JOHN CHAPMAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chapman Charitable Trust operate?
Chapman Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Chapman Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Chapman Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 232791.
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40 Gracechurch Street
London
EC3V 0BT
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