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Handspark Charitable Trust

Supports charities connected to reducing poverty, promoting good health, improving the provision of quality education, and the tackling of gender inequalities. Charity selection is by invitation only and are proactively sourced by trustees through research with a focus on financial stewardship and impact effectiveness. HandSpark does not accept unsolicited applications.

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Activities & Mission

Supports charities connected to reducing poverty, promoting good health, improving the provision of quality education, and the tackling of gender inequalities. Charity selection is by invitation only and are proactively sourced by trustees through research with a focus on financial stewardship and impact effectiveness. HandSpark does not accept unsolicited applications.

Grants

Handspark Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£286,670
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies
What it supports
general charitable purposes

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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£420,152
Latest Expenditure
£286,670

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 68.2%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£420,152
£286,6700 / 0
2023
£325,395
£223,1000 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Handspark Charitable Trust

What does Handspark Charitable Trust do?

Supports charities connected to reducing poverty, promoting good health, improving the provision of quality education, and the tackling of gender inequalities. Charity selection is by invitation only and are proactively sourced by trustees through research with a focus on financial stewardship and impact effectiveness. HandSpark does not accept unsolicited applications.

How much income did Handspark Charitable Trust report in 2025?

Handspark Charitable Trust reported total income of £420k and reported expenditure of £287k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Handspark Charitable Trust registered as a charity?

Handspark Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2023 as charity number 1201515. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Handspark Charitable Trust?

Handspark Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN HAROLD COLEMAN HAYNES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Handspark Charitable Trust operate?

Handspark Charitable Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Handspark Charitable Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Handspark Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201515.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
6 January 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5205456
Charity Number
1201515

Trustees

JOHN HAROLD COLEMAN HAYNES Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Annette Constance Haynes
Catherine Wigington
Rebecca Elenor Beresford
Valencia Rose Haynes

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