Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust
The Charity continued its support of the Bursary scheme at Coventry University, specifically supporting candidates taking degree courses in Engineering and related subjects. The Charity also continued it's policy of considering other appropriate causes primarily in the Coventry, Warwickshire and Midlands region.
Activities & Mission
The Charity continued its support of the Bursary scheme at Coventry University, specifically supporting candidates taking degree courses in Engineering and related subjects. The Charity also continued it's policy of considering other appropriate causes primarily in the Coventry, Warwickshire and Midlands region.
Grants
Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £21,809
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and economic or community development and employment
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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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.
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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 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £22,704 | £21,809 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2025 | £21,945 | £19,599 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £21,070 | £34,190 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £21,221 | £31,047 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £20,485 | £25,244 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust
What does Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust do?
The Charity continued its support of the Bursary scheme at Coventry University, specifically supporting candidates taking degree courses in Engineering and related subjects. The Charity also continued it's policy of considering other appropriate causes primarily in the Coventry, Warwickshire and Midlands region.
How much income did Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust report in 2026?
Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust reported total income of £23k and reported expenditure of £22k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1969 as charity number 257997. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust?
Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust operate?
Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust operates across 9 areas, including Birmingham City, Coventry City, Dudley and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Sir William Lyons Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 257997.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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