Child Migrants Trust
Provision of specialist social work services and family research for former child migrants from the UK, to help reclaim their personal identity and reunite with family; Promotion of human rights and restorative justice relating to the treatment of former child migrants; Raising awareness to public understanding of the history of child migration and its implications. Operating in UK and Australia.
Activities & Mission
Provision of specialist social work services and family research for former child migrants from the UK, to help reclaim their personal identity and reunite with family; Promotion of human rights and restorative justice relating to the treatment of former child migrants; Raising awareness to public understanding of the history of child migration and its implications. Operating in UK and Australia.
Grants
Child Migrants Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £870,278
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people, other defined groups and 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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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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £994,460 | £870,278 | £870,278 | £323,815 | £35,855 | 7 / 0 |
| 2025 | £1,089,754 | £1,098,826 | £1,098,826 | £199,633 | £93,832 | 8 / 0 |
| 2024 | £545,554 | £1,003,975 | £1,003,975 | £208,705 | £110,692 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £604,797 | £760,038 | £760,038 | £667,126 | £100,000 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £625,124 | £578,866 | £578,866 | £381,667 | £188,089 | 6 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Child Migrants Trust
What does Child Migrants Trust do?
Provision of specialist social work services and family research for former child migrants from the UK, to help reclaim their personal identity and reunite with family; Promotion of human rights and restorative justice relating to the treatment of former child migrants; Raising awareness to public understanding of the history of child migration and its implications. Operating in UK and Australia.
How much income did Child Migrants Trust report in 2026?
Child Migrants Trust reported total income of £994k and reported expenditure of £870k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Child Migrants Trust registered as a charity?
Child Migrants Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 February 2017 as charity number 1171479. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Child Migrants Trust?
Child Migrants Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is HONORARY ALDERMAN THE HON JOAN EVELYN TAYLOR MBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Child Migrants Trust operate?
Child Migrants Trust operates across 9 areas, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Child Migrants Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Child Migrants Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1171479.
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- 2 November 2026
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