Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust
Also known as: The Cassel Trust
The giving of grants to provide equality of access to education for girls in developing countries
Activities & Mission
The giving of grants to provide equality of access to education for girls in developing countries
Grants
Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £106,912
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training
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
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,922 | £106,912 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £24,894 | £325,644 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £12,231 | £49,180 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust
What does Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust do?
The giving of grants to provide equality of access to education for girls in developing countries
How much income did Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust report in 2025?
Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust reported total income of £14k and reported expenditure of £107k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust registered as a charity?
Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 October 1966 as charity number 313820. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust?
Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR FRANCIS CHRISTOPHER ROWLAND ROBINSON CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust operate?
Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Sir Ernest Cassel Educational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313820.
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Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 3 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Cassel Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated