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City Of Westminster Charitable Trust

The City of Westminster Charitable Trust was established in 1987 for the purpose of allocating income received for charitable purposes directed wholly or mainly to the benefit of the City of Westminster. Grants are given to charities and organisations situated in Westminster or who directly help Westminster residents.

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Activities & Mission

The City of Westminster Charitable Trust was established in 1987 for the purpose of allocating income received for charitable purposes directed wholly or mainly to the benefit of the City of Westminster. Grants are given to charities and organisations situated in Westminster or who directly help Westminster residents.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£230,274
Latest Expenditure
£371,994

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 104.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £507,319
Charitable Activities £7,986
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £1,500

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £541,675
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £541,675
Other Expenditure £1,539

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£230,274
£371,9940 / 12
2024
£292,376
£380,4420 / 6
2023
£432,301
£521,4940 / 0
2022
£187,115
£522,8130 / 4
2021
£516,805
£543,214£541,675£770,700£00 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about City Of Westminster Charitable Trust

What does City Of Westminster Charitable Trust do?

The City of Westminster Charitable Trust was established in 1987 for the purpose of allocating income received for charitable purposes directed wholly or mainly to the benefit of the City of Westminster. Grants are given to charities and organisations situated in Westminster or who directly help Westminster residents.

How much income did City Of Westminster Charitable Trust report in 2025?

City Of Westminster Charitable Trust reported total income of £230k and reported expenditure of £372k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was City Of Westminster Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

City Of Westminster Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1987 as charity number 296091. It has been registered for 39 years.

Who runs City Of Westminster Charitable Trust?

City Of Westminster Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL DIMOLDENBERG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does City Of Westminster Charitable Trust operate?

City Of Westminster Charitable Trust operates in City Of Westminster, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is City Of Westminster Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — City Of Westminster Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 296091.

Details

Address
City of Westminster
Westminster City Hall
64 Victoria Street
LONDON
SW1E 6QP
Registration Date
24 February 1987
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
296091
Charity Number
296091

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Trustees

PAUL DIMOLDENBERG Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Caroline Sargent
Gerald Almeroth
Helen Harris
Iman Less
Lucy Richards
NAFSIKA THALASSIS

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