General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust
The principle object of the Trust is to provide educational courses and seminars for the individual members of the trade unions who are affiliated to the General Federation of Trade Unions, and undertake research work for the affiliated trade unions. It also produces publications and carries out project work in support of these activities and for the wider benefit of the community.
Activities & Mission
The principle object of the Trust is to provide educational courses and seminars for the individual members of the trade unions who are affiliated to the General Federation of Trade Unions, and undertake research work for the affiliated trade unions. It also produces publications and carries out project work in support of these activities and for the wider benefit of the community.
Grants
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £751,460
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and economic or community development and employment
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 Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 260). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 84% of UK Arts 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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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 | £491,497 | £751,460 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £409,214 | £504,626 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £325,268 | £576,169 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £2,027,442 | £1,977,702 | £426,727 | £868,855 | £0 | 54 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,722,189 | £1,604,504 | £441,740 | £769,615 | £0 | 48 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust
What does General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust do?
The principle object of the Trust is to provide educational courses and seminars for the individual members of the trade unions who are affiliated to the General Federation of Trade Unions, and undertake research work for the affiliated trade unions. It also produces publications and carries out project work in support of these activities and for the wider benefit of the community.
How much income did General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust report in 2025?
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust reported total income of £491k and reported expenditure of £751k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust?
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust has a program ratio of 21.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 260 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust registered as a charity?
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 April 1971 as charity number 313439. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust?
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sarah Jane Woolley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust operate?
General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — General Federation Of Trade Unions Educational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313439.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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