Money Advice Trust
Also known as: Business Debtline, National Debtline, Wiseradviser
We help people across the UK tackle their debts and manage their money with confidence. The Trust?s main activities are providing free advice through National Debtline and Business Debtline; supporting advisers through Wiseradviser; and improving the UK?s money and debt environment through policy, research, innovation grants and awareness raising campaigns.
Activities & Mission
We help people across the UK tackle their debts and manage their money with confidence. The Trust?s main activities are providing free advice through National Debtline and Business Debtline; supporting advisers through Wiseradviser; and improving the UK?s money and debt environment through policy, research, innovation grants and awareness raising campaigns.
Grants
Money Advice Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £10,850
- Who it helps
- the general public
- 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
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £19,909,004 | £23,003,396 | £22,785,310 | £10,463,895 | £10,408,381 | 327 / 0 |
| 2024 | £21,681,305 | £22,517,187 | £22,255,035 | £13,558,287 | £12,592,825 | 322 / 0 |
| 2023 | £21,264,112 | £18,717,612 | £18,454,428 | £14,394,169 | £12,785,172 | 282 / 0 |
| 2022 | £16,035,881 | £13,761,975 | £13,504,566 | £11,847,669 | £9,898,871 | 253 / 0 |
| 2021 | £16,280,000 | £14,021,000 | £13,771,000 | £9,574,000 | £9,458,000 | 280 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Money Advice Trust
What does Money Advice Trust do?
We help people across the UK tackle their debts and manage their money with confidence. The Trust?s main activities are providing free advice through National Debtline and Business Debtline; supporting advisers through Wiseradviser; and improving the UK?s money and debt environment through policy, research, innovation grants and awareness raising campaigns.
How much income did Money Advice Trust report in 2025?
Money Advice Trust reported total income of £19.91m and reported expenditure of £23.00m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Money Advice Trust registered as a charity?
Money Advice Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 September 2003 as charity number 1099506. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Money Advice Trust?
Money Advice Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Christine Hayes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Money Advice Trust operate?
Money Advice Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Money Advice Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Money Advice Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1099506.
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Also Known As
- Business Debtline
- National Debtline
- Wiseradviser
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
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- How metrics are calculated