Chivers Trust
Also known as: Chivers Charitable Trust
Chivers Trust supports projects which provide live musical, theatrical or visual arts experiences to young people living in Norfolk and Suffolk.Priority is given to funding projects which target the most disadvantaged groups, and work to reach new audiences, especially groups who may not otherwise have access to the arts.
Activities & Mission
Chivers Trust supports projects which provide live musical, theatrical or visual arts experiences to young people living in Norfolk and Suffolk.Priority is given to funding projects which target the most disadvantaged groups, and work to reach new audiences, especially groups who may not otherwise have access to the arts.
Grants
Chivers Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £37,105
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- 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
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 | £20,089 | £37,105 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £59,644 | £30,830 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £18,093 | £27,652 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £28,953 | £19,269 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £25,633 | £11,033 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Chivers Trust
What does Chivers Trust do?
Chivers Trust supports projects which provide live musical, theatrical or visual arts experiences to young people living in Norfolk and Suffolk.Priority is given to funding projects which target the most disadvantaged groups, and work to reach new audiences, especially groups who may not otherwise have access to the arts.
How much income did Chivers Trust report in 2025?
Chivers Trust reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £37k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Chivers Trust registered as a charity?
Chivers Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 May 2007 as charity number 1119374. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs Chivers Trust?
Chivers Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is CAROLINE MARY KENNEDY CHIVERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Chivers Trust operate?
Chivers Trust operates across 2 areas: Norfolk and Suffolk.
Is Chivers Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Chivers Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1119374.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Chivers Charitable Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated