Holy Rood Trust
The charity makes grants to contemplative orders for the purposes of relieving poverty and advancing education in accordance with the charity's objects.
Activities & Mission
The charity makes grants to contemplative orders for the purposes of relieving poverty and advancing education in accordance with the charity's objects.
Grants
Holy Rood Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £52,528
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and the prevention or relief of poverty
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £26,373 | £52,528 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £27,287 | £42,481 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £28,204 | £64,308 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £26,607 | £62,511 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £35,610 | £42,254 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Holy Rood Trust
What does Holy Rood Trust do?
The charity makes grants to contemplative orders for the purposes of relieving poverty and advancing education in accordance with the charity's objects.
How much income did Holy Rood Trust report in 2025?
Holy Rood Trust reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Holy Rood Trust registered as a charity?
Holy Rood Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 1973 as charity number 266602. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs Holy Rood Trust?
Holy Rood Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Holy Rood Trust operate?
Holy Rood Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Holy Rood Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Holy Rood Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 266602.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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