Charles S French Charitable Trust
The Charles S. French Charitable Trust is a charitable trust establised by trust deed on 1 September 1959 by Charles S. French for the promotion and advancement of primarily local charities in Essex and NE London at the discretion of the trustees.
Activities & Mission
The Charles S. French Charitable Trust is a charitable trust establised by trust deed on 1 September 1959 by Charles S. French for the promotion and advancement of primarily local charities in Essex and NE London at the discretion of the trustees.
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
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,045,106 | £792,719 | £689,195 | £11,908,644 | £11,908,644 | 1 / 0 |
| 2024 | £661,976 | £695,030 | £594,865 | £11,381,900 | £11,381,900 | 1 / 0 |
| 2023 | £566,801 | £782,427 | £682,273 | £10,751,537 | £10,751,537 | 1 / 0 |
| 2022 | £392,353 | £732,128 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £302,833 | £639,039 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Charles S French Charitable Trust
What does Charles S French Charitable Trust do?
The Charles S. French Charitable Trust is a charitable trust establised by trust deed on 1 September 1959 by Charles S. French for the promotion and advancement of primarily local charities in Essex and NE London at the discretion of the trustees.
How much income did Charles S French Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Charles S French Charitable Trust reported total income of £1.05m and reported expenditure of £793k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Charles S French Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Charles S French Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206476. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs Charles S French Charitable Trust?
Charles S French Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Edwin James Cook. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Charles S French Charitable Trust operate?
Charles S French Charitable Trust operates across 9 areas, including Barking And Dagenham, Essex, Hackney and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Charles S French Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Charles S French Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206476.
Details
PO Box 5052
Hornchurch
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