Onward Trust
The charity's sole activity at present is to provide support for retired clergy.
Activities & Mission
The charity's sole activity at present is to provide support for retired clergy.
Grants
Onward Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £52,757
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- elderly people
- What it supports
- the prevention or relief of poverty and accommodation or housing
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 | £56,655 | £52,757 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £56,870 | £55,937 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £58,782 | £42,658 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £51,551 | £47,709 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £51,910 | £40,641 | 0 / 1 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Onward Trust
What does Onward Trust do?
The charity's sole activity at present is to provide support for retired clergy.
How much income did Onward Trust report in 2025?
Onward Trust reported total income of £57k 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 Onward Trust registered as a charity?
Onward Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 November 1974 as charity number 268355. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs Onward Trust?
Onward Trust is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Onward Trust operate?
Onward Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Onward Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Onward Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 268355.
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- 9 November 2026
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